CHOP
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This page contains brief information about the drug combination called CHOP. The drugs in the combination are listed, and links to individual drug summaries are included.
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C | = Cyclophosphamide |
H | = Doxorubicin Hydrochloride (Hydroxydaunomycin) |
O | = Vincristine Sulfate (Oncovin) |
P | = Prednisone |
Chemotherapy is often given as a combination of drugs. Combinations usually work better than single drugs because different drugs kill cancer cells in different ways.
Each of the drugs in this combination is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat cancer or conditions related to cancer.
Use in CancerCHOP is used to treat:
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL).
This combination may also be used with other drugs or treatments or to treat other types of cancer.
More About CHOPDefinition from the NCI Drug Dictionary - Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug.
Important: The drug information on this page is meant to be educational. It is not a substitute for medical advice. The information may not cover all possible uses, actions, interactions, or side effects of this drug, or precautions to be taken while using it. Please see your health care professional for more information about your specific medical condition and the use of this drug.