CYTOSARU
\sˈa͡ɪtəsˌɑː jˈuː], \sˈaɪtəsˌɑː jˈuː], \s_ˈaɪ_t_ə_s_ˌɑː j_ˈuː]\
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A pyrimidine nucleoside analog that is used mainly in the treatment of leukemia, especially acute non-lymphoblastic leukemia. Cytarabine is an antimetabolite antineoplastic agent that inhibits the synthesis of DNA. Its actions are specific for the S phase of the cell cycle. It also has antiviral and immunosuppressant properties. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p472)
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