Drug reference
mitomycin
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Drug class
Oncology (Cytotoxic Antibiotics)
Mechanism of action
Crosslinks DNA, preventing replication and transcription
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Fever
- Hemolytic uremic syndrome
- Myelosuppression
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is mitomycin?
mitomycin belongs to: Oncology.
How does mitomycin work?
Crosslinks DNA, preventing replication and transcription
What are the common side effects of mitomycin?
Vomiting, Nausea, Fever, Hemolytic uremic syndrome, Myelosuppression
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