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Meaning of ONCOVIN

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 Definition: [n]  periwinkle plant derivative used as an antineoplastic drug (trade name Oncovin); used to treat cancer of the lymphatic system
 
 Synonyms: vincristine
 
 See Also: periwinkle plant derivative

 

 

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 Definition: A chemotherapeutic alkaloid extract of the common periwinkle Catharantus roseus which is used to treat acute lymphocytic leukemia.
 

 

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