Abexinostat

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Abexinostat

Abexinostat (pronounced as ab-ex-i-no-stat) is a type of antineoplastic agent that is used in the treatment of various types of cancer. It is a histone deacetylase inhibitor, which means it works by blocking the action of enzymes known as histone deacetylases, thereby slowing down or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Etymology

The term "Abexinostat" is derived from the combination of the prefix "Abex-", which is a proprietary designation, and "-inostat", which is a common suffix for histone deacetylase inhibitors.

Related Terms

  • Antineoplastic agent: A substance that inhibits or prevents the growth and spread of cancer cells.
  • Histone deacetylase inhibitor: A type of drug that blocks histone deacetylases, enzymes that play a key role in the regulation of gene expression.
  • Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.

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