Dual targeting anticancer agents

Abstract

Methods, compounds, and compositions for treating a proliferative disorder or other physiological conditions via a dual targeting anticancer therapy are provided. In some embodiments, a dual targeting anticancer therapy may utilize a composition comprising a platinum agent. The platinum agent may comprise a precursor to a therapeutically active platinum compound and at least one precursor to a vitamin E agent. The vitamin E agent may target cancer cells via a different mechanism of action than the therapeutically active platinum compound resulting in a dual targeting anticancer agent. The method of treatment may involve administering to a patient the dual targeting anticancer agent. Following administration, a therapeutically active platinum compound and a vitamin E agent may form at the physiologically relevant site. In some embodiments, administering a platinum agent comprising precursors of therapeutically active agents may be more effective than individually or simultaneously administering separate molecules of those therapeutically active agents.

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