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Lisa M Cordes1,2, Fatima Karzai1, William D Figg1
1Genitourinary Malignancies Branch, Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD, USA.
The Oncologist
|May 10, 2023
Summary
Relugolix offers an oral option for androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in prostate cancer. This review balances its benefits against injectable ADT, considering patient factors and pharmacology.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is a standard treatment for prostate cancer.
- Relugolix, approved in 2020, is the first oral ADT medication.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a balanced discussion on the clinical benefits of oral relugolix compared to injectable ADT formulations.
- To explore patient preference, compliance, financial toxicity, and pharmacologic characteristics of relugolix.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and clinical data analysis.
- Comparative assessment of oral versus injectable ADT.
Main Results:
- Oral ADT (relugolix) offers convenience but requires careful consideration of its advantages over long-acting injectables.
- Pharmacologic properties, patient-reported outcomes, and cost-effectiveness are key factors in treatment selection.
Conclusions:
- The optimal use of relugolix in prostate cancer care depends on a comprehensive evaluation of clinical efficacy, patient-specific factors, and economic considerations.
- Further research is needed to fully elucidate the long-term impact and comparative effectiveness of oral ADT in diverse patient populations.
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