Existing antidepressant helps to inhibit growth of cancer cells in lab animals

(KU Leuven) New research has shown that the antidepressant sertraline helps to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. The substance acts on a metabolic addiction that allows different types of cancer to grow. This is shown by a study on cell cultures and lab animals by researchers at KU Leuven.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news