MTX
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Term | MTX |
Short definition | MTX - A drug used alone or with other drugs to treat many types of cancer, certain types of arthritis, and severe psoriasis (a type of skin condition). It is also being studied in the treatment of other diseases and cancers. |
Type | Cancer terms |
Specialty | Oncology |
Language | English |
Source | NCI |
Comments |
MTX - A drug used alone or with other drugs to treat many types of cancer, certain types of arthritis, and severe psoriasis (a type of skin condition). It is also being studied in the treatment of other diseases and cancers. MTX prevents cells from using folic acid to make DNA and can kill cancer cells. It can also decrease the body's immune response. MTX is a type of antimetabolite and a type of antifolate. Also called methotrexate sodium, Trexall and Xatmep
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on MTX
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