- Cytotoxic: Definition, Agents, Effects, and Precautions - Verywell Health
Cytotoxic refers to a substance or process that causes cell damage or cell death Learn how these substances are used and how to protect yourself
- Cytotoxicity - Wikipedia
Cytotoxicity is the quality of being toxic to cells Examples of toxic agents are toxic metals, toxic chemicals, microbe neurotoxins, radiation particles and even specific neurotransmitters when the system is out of balance
- About Cytotoxic Agents: Uses, How They Help, Limitations - Healthline
“Cytotoxic” means toxic or deadly to cells In the treatment of cancer, cytotoxic agents are used to prevent cancer cells from dividing and spreading There are several types of cytotoxic
- Safe handling of cytotoxics: guideline recommendations - PMC
This evidence-based practice guideline was developed to update and address new issues in the handling of cytotoxics, including the use of oral cytotoxics; the selection and use of personal protective equipment; and treatment in diverse settings, including the home setting
- Cytostatic Drugs vs. Cytotoxic Drugs - This vs. That
Cytotoxic drugs, also known as chemotherapy drugs, are medications that directly kill cancer cells Unlike cytostatic drugs, cytotoxic drugs are not selective in their action and can affect both cancerous and healthy cells
- Cytotoxic | definition of cytotoxic by Medical dictionary
Detrimental or destructive to cells Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012 Of, relating to, or producing a toxic effect on cells cy′to·tox·ic′i·ty (-tŏk-sĭs′ĭ-tē) n The American Heritage® Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2007, 2004 by Houghton Mifflin Company Published by Houghton Mifflin Company All rights reserved
- How Do Cytotoxic Drugs Work? | Cytotoxic Drugs - cancerscience. net
Cytotoxic drugs work through different mechanisms, including interfering with DNA replication, disrupting the mitotic spindle apparatus, and inducing apoptosis Common classes of cytotoxic agents include alkylating agents, antimetabolites, plant alkaloids, and antitumor antibiotics
- Definition of cytotoxic agent - NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
These agents may stop cancer cells from dividing and growing and may cause tumors to shrink in size
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