How you have cancer drugs

There are different ways of having medicines.

You can have cancer drugs as an injection or drip through a vein, through a central line, PICC line or Portacath. Sometimes you might have it as an injection into a muscle or under the skin.

Cancer drugs such as chemotherapy are usually given in cycles over several months. A series of cycles is called a course of treatment.

It's important to take medicines safely and follow the instructions carefully. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Certain substances in foods and drugs can interfere with how the cancer drug you are having works.