CHEMOTHERAPY COST IN INDIA

Chemotherapy is a range of treatments which aim to destroy or slow the growth of cancer cells using the medicine, drugs, and other chemical compounds. Chemotherapy is most effective when combined with surgery and radiotherapy. The effectiveness of chemotherapy is dependent upon the type of cancer being treated, and its stage of development. Sometimes chemotherapy is able to completely destroy the cancerous cells, whilst in other cases it may be able to prevent the further spread of the disease before surgery. Chemotherapy is also used to reduce the size of tumours before their surgical removal. Each form of cancer is unique, and as such chemotherapy treatments, the type of drugs used, and the duration of treatment vary on a case-to-case basis.

Usually a combination of drugs is used which is tailored to the needs of the individual patient. Many other factors also influence the types of drugs used, such as age, underlying health issues, previous chemotherapy courses and family history. Chemotherapy is generally taken in cycles, with intense periods of 2-3 days of therapy followed by a rest period, which gives the body a chance to recover and replenish healthy cells. Depending on the stage of the cancer and aim of the treatment, anything between 1-5 cycles may be given.

Since it is a specialised treatment which is different for each specific disease, certain factors influencing the cost include:

Type of cancer: Depending on the type of cancer a person has; the number of chemo sessions are determined according to which chemotherapy price will be decided.

Stage of cancer: This plays a crucial role in determining the chemotherapy cost. For instance, for the initial stage (stage I and stage II) cancer, then the cost of chemotherapy is relatively low. If the cancer is discovered in an advanced stage (stage III and stage IV), then the cost is relatively high.

Treatment plan: Sometimes, chemotherapy is given in combination with other treatments like surgery or radiation. So, the cost varies accordingly for the different patients depending on the treatment plan.

Place of the treatment: The chemotherapy price depends on the place of the treatment-choice of hospitals, duration of stay in hospital, facilities provided, fees of the surgeon/specialist etc.

Each patient has different requirements and needs according to the type of cancer. To help patients with choosing a preferable treatment plan, our team at Mozocare provides customized assistance for each one. We’re happy to provide consultation and create a personalised treatment plan to suit your needs.

ChemotherapyCost in India ranges from $7,000 to $30,000. Usually, it ranges from 650-1100 USD per cycle entirely depends upon the no of chemotherapy advised, stages of cancer and other factors. Comparing the costs of chemotherapies, India turns out to be the most inexpensive countries offering advanced treatment.