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Antineoplastons (PDQ®): Integrative, Alternative, And Complementary Therapies - Patient Information [NCI]

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NOTE: There is either no new research on this topic or the recent published research is weak and not appropriate for inclusion in the summary. Therefore, the information in this summary is no longer being updated and is provided for reference purposes only.

  • Antineoplastons are chemical compounds found in urine and blood. Antineoplastons are made in a laboratory when used for research. (See Question 1.)
  • No randomized, controlled trials of antineoplastons have been published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. (See Question 4.)
  • Clinical trials are being done at the clinic where antineoplastons were first made to study the effect of antineoplastons on cancer. (See Question 4.)
  • Antineoplastons have caused mild to severe side effects. (See Question 5.)
  • Antineoplastons are not approved by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration for the prevention or treatment of any disease. (See Question 6.)
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