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| Inhibit reproduction of cancerous cells by changing the RNA within the cell |
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| Messenger RNA (mRNA) is the RNA that carries information from DNA to the ribosome, the sites of protein synthesis (translation) in the cell. The coding sequence of the mRNA determines the amino acid sequence in the protein that is produced. |
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| Inhibit cell growth by preventing replication of DNA within cells. |
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| Antineoplastic Antibiotics |
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| Prevent cell division by inhibiting the production of RNA (A substance necessary for cellular reproduction). |
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| Most commonly used for cancers of the reproductive organs. Inhibits the growth of malignant cells. |
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| The mechanism of action is not fully understood. These drugs are derived from natural sources. |
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| Biological Response Modifiers |
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| Inhibit the action of all potentially dangerous cell growths or microorganisms. |
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