temozolomide

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Temozolomide
Temozolomide (brand names Temodar and Temodal Schering-Plough Corporation) is an oral alkylating agent used for the treatment of refractory anaplastic astrocytoma -- a type of cancerous brain tumor. A derivative of imidazotetrazine, temozolomide is the prodrug of MTIC (3-methyl-(triazen-1-yl)imidazole-4-carboxamide). It has been available in the US since August 1999.
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Temozolomide
Temozolomide /tem·o·zo·lo·mide/ a cytotoxic alkylating agent used as an antineoplastic in the treatment of refractory anaplastic astrocytoma. [more]Temozolomide - Community and Resources


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temozolomide
An anticancer drug that belongs to the family of drugs called alkylating agents.

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