mitolactol

Definition / meaning of mitolactol

A synthetic derivative of hexitol with antineoplastic and radiosensitizing properties. Mitolactol alkylates DNA via actual or derived epoxide groups, resulting in inhibition of DNA and RNA synthesis.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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