Hexalen
Hexalen is used for: Treating certain types of cancer.
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Hexalen
Altretamine is a cancer (antineoplastic) medication. Altretamine interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body. Altretamine is used to treat cancer of the ovaries. Altretamine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
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Hexalen
HEXALEN® (altretamine) capsules, is a synthetic cytotoxic antineoplastic s-triazine derivative. HEXALEN® capsules contain 50 mg of altretamine for oral administration. Inert ingredients include lactose, anhydrous and calcium stearate. Altretamine, known chemically as...
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Hexalen

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Altretamine
Altretamine Pronunciation: (ahl-TRETT-uh-meen) Class: Alkylating agent, Ethylenimines, Methylmelamines Trade Names: Hexalen - Gelatin capsules 50 mg Pharmacology The precise mechanism by which altretamine exerts its cytotoxic effect is unknown. Synthetic monohydroxymethylmelamines...
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See also: Ovarian Cancer

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