Fluoropyrimidine at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is Fluoropyrimidine? One of a group of substances used to treat cancer. Fluoropyrimidines belong to the family of drugs called antimetabolites. Examples are capecitabine, floxuridine, and fluorouracil (5-FU).Medical Term & Definition Added By: Mckenna
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