LEUPURIN
\lˈuːpjʊɹˌɪn], \lˈuːpjʊɹˌɪn], \l_ˈuː_p_j_ʊ_ɹ_ˌɪ_n]\
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An antimetabolite antineoplastic agent with immunosuppressant properties. It interferes with nucleic acid synthesis by inhibiting purine metabolism and is used, usually in combination with other drugs, in the treatment of or in remission maintenance programs for leukemia.
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.