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Systemic chemotherapy
Source: Bladder Cancer Treatment, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: September 12, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Chemotherapy
Systemic chemotherapy for bladder cancer is when chemotherapy drugs are injected into a vein. When given this way, the drugs enter the bloodstream to reach cancer cells throughout the body. Systemic chemotherapy drugs that may be used to treat bladder cancer are:
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carboplatin
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cisplatin
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doxorubicin
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fluorouracil (5-FU)
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gemcitabine
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methotrexate
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mitomycin
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paclitaxel
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vinblastine
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Combinations of these drugs may be used. Other chemotherapy drugs not listed here may also be used.
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