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Toxicity of chemotherapeutic drugs

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In general the drugs used in chemotherapy have a poor therapeutic ratio, often causing side effects which may be severe. Broadly they can be divided into non-specific and specific side effects, the former being caused by most chemotherapeutic agents, the latter caused by specific agents.

In addition, potential emergencies should be considered.


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