Ingredient

Hydroxyurea

Hydroxyurea is an anticancer agent that inhibits the proliferation of malignant tumor cells.

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MFDS ingredient code M085397

What does it do?

Hydroxyurea is classified as an antineoplastic drug that interferes with DNA synthesis to suppress the growth of cancer cells. It is mainly used in the treatment of hematological malignancies or solid tumors and plays a role in slowing down cell division.

Hydroxyurea prevents cancer cells from proliferating by disrupting the process of DNA replication in cells. This results in a reduction in the size and spread of tumors.

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Good to know

Unlike other anticancer agents, hydroxyurea has a relatively simple structure and directly acts on the DNA synthesis phase. Additionally, it is available in an oral capsule form, which enhances treatment convenience.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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