PURINETHOL
\pjˈʊɹa͡ɪnθˌɒl], \pjˈʊɹaɪnθˌɒl], \p_j_ˈʊ_ɹ_aɪ_n_θ_ˌɒ_l]\
Definitions of PURINETHOL
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a drug (trade name Purinethol) that interferes with the metabolism of purine and is used to treat acute lymphocytic leukemia
By Princeton University
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a drug (trade name Purinethol) that interferes with the metabolism of purine and is used to treat acute lymphocytic leukemia
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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An antimetabolite antineoplastic agent with immunosuppressant properties. It interferes with nucleic acid synthesis by inhibiting purine metabolism and is used, usually in combination with other drugs, in the treatment of or in remission maintenance programs for leukemia.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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