Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy uses anti-cancer medicines to kill cancer cells, given in cycles by drip, injection or tablets to treat or control cancer.
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About this Procedure
Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment that uses medicines to kill cancer cells. It may be used to cure cancer, to shrink a tumour before surgery or radiotherapy, to lower the chance of cancer returning after surgery, or to control cancer and relieve symptoms when a cure is not possible. It is often combined with other treatments such as surgery, radiotherapy, targeted therapy or immunotherapy.
Chemotherapy can be given through a tube into a vein (a drip or infusion), as an injection, through a small wearable pump, or as tablets or capsules. Depending on the method, a session can last from about 30 minutes to a few days. Treatment is usually given in cycles over several months, meaning a period of treatment followed by a break of a few days or weeks to let the body recover.
Most chemotherapy is given in a hospital day-care unit or clinic. Side effects depend on the medicines used and can include tiredness, nausea and vomiting, a sore mouth, a weakened immune system with higher infection risk, temporary hair loss and numbness or tingling. They usually start a few days or weeks after treatment begins and go away after it stops, although some can last longer. Your oncology team gives medicines and advice to help manage them.
Chemotherapy is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj. The treating medical oncologist plans your regimen after reviewing your pathology, scans and blood tests.
Why travel for this procedure?
- A plan reviewed by a medical oncologist
Medical oncologists review your pathology and scans before recommending a chemotherapy regimen. - Accredited partner hospitals
Treatment at established Delhi NCR hospitals such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram and Paras Health, Gurugram. - Experienced specialists
Surgical, medical and radiation oncologists at the partner hospitals review each case together and plan treatment around your reports. - Shorter waiting times
Once your reports are reviewed, treatment can usually be scheduled promptly, which matters when a cancer diagnosis is new. - English-speaking teams and Medwell coordination
Care teams consult in English, and Medwell helps with a hotel near the hospital between cycles.
Share your reports for a free quote
Send your biopsy, pathology, scans and any previous treatment details. A medical oncologist reviews them and Medwell returns a personalised quote, usually within 24 hours.
Travel and treatment planning
Medwell arranges your visa letter, flights and hotel. The oncologist examines you, checks blood tests and confirms your regimen and cycle schedule.
Chemotherapy cycles and follow-up
You receive treatment in the day-care unit with monitoring for side effects. Medwell helps plan follow-up and any remaining cycles, in India or at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses medicines to kill cancer cells. It may aim to cure cancer, shrink a tumour before surgery or radiotherapy, lower the chance of it returning, or control symptoms. It is offered at Medwell's partner hospitals in Delhi NCR and is often combined with surgery, radiotherapy or immunotherapy.
How is chemotherapy given?
Chemotherapy is usually given through a drip into a vein, but it can also be an injection, a small wearable pump, or tablets or capsules. According to the NHS, a session can last from about 30 minutes to a few days depending on the method. Treatment is given in cycles, with breaks of days or weeks between them.
How long does a course of chemotherapy last?
A course of chemotherapy usually lasts several months, given in cycles of treatment followed by a break of a few days or weeks. The exact number of cycles depends on the type and stage of cancer and the medicines used. Your oncologist will explain whether you need to stay in India for the whole course or can continue at home.
What are the side effects of chemotherapy?
Common side effects of chemotherapy include tiredness, nausea and vomiting, a sore mouth, a higher risk of infection, temporary hair loss and numbness or tingling. They usually start a few days or weeks after treatment begins and fade after it stops, although some can last longer. Your oncology team helps prevent and manage them.
How much does chemotherapy cost in India?
The cost of chemotherapy in India depends on the hospital, the medicines used, the number of cycles and the length of your stay, so there is no single fixed price. Share your reports with Medwell and you will receive a free, no-obligation personalised quote from our partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, usually within 24 hours. Your information is kept confidential.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR offer chemotherapy?
chemotherapy is offered at 5 of Medwell's accredited partner hospitals in Delhi NCR: BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Paras Health, Gurugram, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram and Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj. Medwell helps you choose a hospital and oncologist and plan the timing of your cycles.
How do I plan chemotherapy in India with Medwell?
To plan chemotherapy in India with Medwell, share your medical reports and scans for a free, no-obligation personalised quote, usually within 24 hours. Medwell helps you choose the partner hospital and specialist, books your consultation, provides a visa invitation letter and helps arrange flights, a hotel near the hospital and airport pickup. Medwell also helps arrange follow-up and continuing care after you return home.