Mitomycin-C is a type of antibiotic that is only used in cancer therapy. It slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in your body. Mitomycin-C is a clear blue or purple liquid. For the therapy, we put this liquid into the bladder using a catheter (tube).

What does mitomycin C do to cells?

Mitomycin C is an antibiotic which acts as a double-stranded DNA alkylating agent. It covalently crosslinks DNA, inhibiting DNA synthesis and cell proliferation.

How does mitomycin work for bladder cancer?

What is Mitomycin-C? Mitomycin-C is a purple-coloured solution that can destroy cells. It attacks cancerous cells when put into the bladder but does little damage to your normal, healthy bladder lining.