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Cytotoxic

For Cytotoxic we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Breast Cancer, Cancer, HIV and AIDs and Pituitary.



Cytotoxic (Breast Cancer)

Toxic to cells. Refers to drugs used in chemotherapy to kill or slow down the growth of cancer cells.


Cytotoxic (Cancer)

Chemicals that are directly toxic to cells, preventing their reproduction or growth. Cytotoxic agents can, as a side effect, damage healthy, noncancerous tissues or organs that have a high proportion of actively dividing cells - for example, bone marrow or hair follicles. These side effects limit the amount and frequency of drug administration.


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Cytotoxic (HIV and AIDs)

Able to kill cells.


Cytotoxic (Pituitary)

Capable of killing cells.




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