Vincristine
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /vɪnˈkɹɪ.stiːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Vincristine is a noun meaning (biochemistry, pharmacology) A cytotoxic compound C₄₆H₅₆N₄O₁₀ of the alkaloid class obtained from the Madagascar periwinkle and used especially in the form of its sulfate to treat acute leukemia and other cancers.
Meaning
(biochemistry, pharmacology) A cytotoxic compound C₄₆H₅₆N₄O₁₀ of the alkaloid class obtained from the Madagascar periwinkle and used especially in the form of its sulfate to treat acute leukemia and other cancers.
Example Sentences
Although originally intended as an antidiabetic, vincristine at small doses was found to kill leukemia cells.
Word Forms
- vincristines
Synonyms for vincristine
Depending on context, synonyms include oncovin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include oncovin, neurotoxicity, vinblastine, vinblastin, vinzolidine, vindesine.
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