2.b Pharmacological Targets

Question 1

What are the goals for cancer treatment ?

Answer 1

• Target cancer cells but not normal cells

- Reduce potential cytotoxicity

Question 2

What are the approaches of targeting cancers using drugs ?

Answer 2

• Inhibit cell signalling g princesses involved in cell division and growth
• Target cell death processes
• Inhibit angiogenesis
• Trigger an immune response
• Deliver toxins to the tumour micro environment, without affecting normal cell function