Larotaxel
Larotaxel
Larotaxel (pronunciation: la-ro-tax-el) is a drug used in chemotherapy. It belongs to the class of taxanes, which are a group of drugs commonly used to treat cancer.
Etymology
The name "Larotaxel" is derived from its chemical structure. The prefix "Laro-" is derived from the Latin word "Larix", meaning larch, a type of tree from which the compound was originally isolated. The suffix "-taxel" is a common ending for drugs in the taxane class.
Usage
Larotaxel is used in the treatment of various types of cancer, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer. It works by inhibiting the growth of cancer cells and is usually administered intravenously.
Related Terms
- Taxane: A class of drugs used in chemotherapy. Larotaxel is a member of this class.
- Chemotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells.
- Breast cancer: A type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. Larotaxel is often used in the treatment of this disease.
- Ovarian cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the ovaries. Larotaxel is sometimes used in the treatment of this disease.
- Non-small cell lung cancer: The most common type of lung cancer. Larotaxel is used in the treatment of this disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Larotaxel
- Wikipedia's article - Larotaxel
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