Belotecan
Belotecan
Belotecan (pronounced: bel-o-te-can) is a chemotherapeutic agent used in the treatment of various types of cancer. It is a camptothecin analogue, specifically a topoisomerase I inhibitor, which interferes with the replication of DNA in cancer cells, causing them to die.
Etymology
The name "Belotecan" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug. "Belo" is a prefix used in chemistry to denote a compound with a specific structure, and "tecan" is a suffix used to denote a camptothecin analogue.
Usage
Belotecan is used in the treatment of various types of cancer, including lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and cervical cancer. It is administered intravenously, usually in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents.
Side Effects
Like all chemotherapeutic agents, Belotecan can cause a range of side effects. These can include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, and fatigue. More serious side effects can include bone marrow suppression, which can lead to a decrease in the number of white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets in the body.
Related Terms
- Chemotherapy
- Camptothecin
- Topoisomerase I inhibitor
- DNA
- Lung cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Cervical cancer
- Bone marrow suppression
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Belotecan
- Wikipedia's article - Belotecan
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