Personalised cancer treatment that targets specific changes in cancer cells.
Targeted therapy focuses on the genetic and molecular changes that drive cancer growth. By identifying and attacking these specific targets, this treatment can stop or slow cancer progression while minimising damage to healthy cells.
Targeted therapy is an advanced form of cancer treatment designed to interfere with the molecular processes that help cancer cells grow, divide, and spread.
Unlike chemotherapy, which attacks rapidly dividing cells throughout the body, targeted therapy acts only on cells with specific genetic mutations or proteins that drive cancer development.
Because it focuses on molecular changes unique to each cancer, targeted therapy is often considered a personalised or precision-based treatment option.
Targeted therapy may be used:
Your oncologist will determine whether your cancer is suitable for targeted therapy through specialised tests such as biomarker or genomic profiling.
Depending on your treatment plan:
Your doctor will monitor your progress regularly and adjust your dosage or treatment schedule based on how your body responds.
While targeted therapy generally causes fewer side effects than chemotherapy, some patients may still experience:
At OncoCare Singapore, our care team provides comprehensive supportive care to help manage these side effects. Regular monitoring, nutritional advice, and symptom management are part of your ongoing treatment journey.
Biomarker or genetic testing to identify molecular targets.
Created based on your cancer type and results.
Oral or IV therapy as prescribed.
Regular check-ups, blood tests, and imaging to assess progress.
Covering recovery, wellbeing, and long-term follow-up.
Our multidisciplinary team of oncologists, nurses, pharmacists, and counsellors will guide you at every step.
Not all cancers have identifiable molecular targets. Your oncologist will recommend tests to determine if targeted therapy is an option for you.
Hair loss is uncommon with targeted therapy compared to chemotherapy.
Duration varies depending on your cancer type and treatment response — some patients continue therapy for months or years.
Many patients can, with medical guidance and regular monitoring.
Your oncologist will review your test results and may adjust your treatment or explore other available options.