TITLE

Temozolomide (Temodar�)

AUTHOR(S)
Bruce, Susan
PUB. DATE
January 2001
SOURCE
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing;Jan/Feb2001, Vol. 5 Issue 1, p3
SOURCE TYPE
Academic Journal
DOC. TYPE
Article
ABSTRACT
Presents information on the alkylating agent temozolomide. Commercial name of temolozomide from Schering Corporation; Indication; Effect on blood count.
ACCESSION #
9864315

Tags: ALKYLATING agents;  SCHERING AG;  CHEMICAL tests & reagents;  CARCINOGENS;  MUTAGENS

 

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