Ingredient

Temozolomide

Temozolomide is an antineoplastic agent used in the treatment of malignant tumors, which inhibits the growth of tumor cells.

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MFDS ingredient code M212372

What does it do?

Temozolomide is an alkylating agent primarily used for the treatment of malignant tumors such as brain tumors. This compound damages the DNA of cancer cells, interfering with cell division.

Temozolomide is activated in the body to attach alkyl groups to the DNA of cancer cells, causing damage. As a result, cancer cells are unable to divide normally and ultimately undergo apoptosis.

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Good to know

Temozolomide is an orally administered alkylating agent that, unlike other alkylating agents, effectively crosses the blood-brain barrier, making it effective in the treatment of brain tumors. Additionally, it has relatively fewer side effects, making it a preferred option for patients with brain tumors.

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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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