Methotrexate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɛθ.əˈtɹɛk.seɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Methotrexate is a noun meaning (pharmacology) An antimetabolite and antifolate drug used in treatment of cancer, autoimmune diseases, and ectopic pregnancies.
Meaning
(pharmacology) An antimetabolite and antifolate drug used in treatment of cancer, autoimmune diseases, and ectopic pregnancies.
Example Sentences
One group would be treated with intensive methotrexate dosing, while the other group would be treated with milder and less intensive dosing.
Word Forms
- methotrexates
Synonyms for methotrexate
Depending on context, synonyms include amethopterin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include aspartate, hepatotoxicity, intrathecal, methrotrexate, metothrexate, ketotrexate.
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