| abstract |
Methods and compositions for treating cancer are described herein. More particularly, the methods for treating cancer comprise administering a 17α-hydroxylase/C17, 20-lyase inhibitor, such as abiraterone acetate (i.e., 3β-acetoxy-17-(3-pyridyl) androsta-5, 16-diene), in combination with at least one additional therapeutic agent such as an anti¬ cancer agent or a steroid. Furthermore, disclosed are compositions comprising a 17α- hydroxylase/C17, 20-lyase inhibitor, and at least one additional therapeutic agent, such as an anti-cancer agent or a steroid. |