6 Questions
Which class of antineoplastic drugs does Capecitabine belong to?
Antimetabolites
Which of these is an Antitumor antibiotic?
Bleomycin
What type of drugs are Vincristine and Paclitaxel?
Vinca alkaloids
Which of the following drugs is not an antimetabolite?
Teniposide
Which of these options describes a form of administration for antineoplastic drugs?
Taking pills
What is the common purpose of antineoplastic drugs?
To treat cancer
Study Notes
Cancer and Antineoplastic Drugs
- Cancer is a common disease that affects multiple body systems simultaneously.
- Abnormal cell division in cancer can impact any body system.
Antineoplastic Drugs
- Antineoplastic drugs are medications used to treat cancer.
- They are also known as anticancer, chemotherapy, chemo, cytotoxic, or hazardous drugs.
- These drugs come in various forms, including injectable liquids and oral pills.
Classification of Antineoplastic Drugs
A. Cell Cycle Specific Anticancer Drugs
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Antimetabolites:
- Inhibit cell growth by interfering with DNA and RNA synthesis
- Examples: Capecitabine, Cladribine, Cytarabine, Fludarabine, 5-Fluorouracil, Gemcitabine, 6-Mercaptopurine (6-MP), Methotrexate (MTX), 6-Thioguanine (6-TG)
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Antitumor Antibiotics:
- Inhibit cell growth by binding to DNA and preventing replication
- Example: Bleomycin
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Epipodophyllotoxins:
- Inhibit cell growth by inhibiting topoisomerase II
- Examples: Etoposide, Teniposide
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Taxanes:
- Inhibit cell growth by stabilizing microtubules
- Examples: Docetaxel, Paclitaxel
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Vinca Alkaloids:
- Inhibit cell growth by inhibiting microtubule formation
- Example: Vincristine
Learn about antineoplastic drugs and their role in treating cancer, a disease that impacts various body systems. Discover how these medications work to combat abnormal cell division.
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