Colorectal Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

23. Are there any drugs available that can help prevent colorectal cancer? - cont'd

Studies have shown that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can keep large bowel polyps from forming. Bowel polyps can start out benign, or non-cancerous, but can become cancerous. Serious cardiac effects of these drugs have been noted so researchers are also proceeding cautiously in recommending these drugs for prevention.