Drug reference
cytarabine
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Drug class
Oncology (Anti Metabolite)
Mechanism of action
Metabolite cytarabine-5'-triphosphate inhibits DNA polymerase during S phase
Common side effects
- Anorexia
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Bleeding
- Thrombophlebitis
- Oral/anal inflammation
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is cytarabine?
cytarabine belongs to: Oncology.
How does cytarabine work?
Metabolite cytarabine-5'-triphosphate inhibits DNA polymerase during S phase
What are the common side effects of cytarabine?
Anorexia, Vomiting, Nausea, Bleeding, Thrombophlebitis, Oral/anal inflammation, Diarrhea
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