Since the inserts do not necessarily reflect the most up-to-date cancer research, the current standard use of these drugs, nor even their optimum use, your doctor should not be restricted to printed drug-listing materials. In fact, appropriate use of anticancer drugs may be for indications not listed in such official sources.
This is another reason why an oncologist can be a useful member of your health care team. Cancer physicians are up to date on the most recent research findings and important advances in treatment even though that information may not appear in the drug-related literature.
