Meaning Of The Word Methotrexate

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What's The Definition Of Methotrexate?

methotrexate in American English
an orange-brown, crystalline powder, C20H22N8O5, that is a folic acid antagonist: used in medicine, esp. in treating leukemia, various tumors, psoriasis, and rheumatoid arthritis
noun: a toxic folic acid analogue, C20H22N8O5, that inhibits cellular reproduction, used primarily in the treatment of psoriasis and certain cancers and as an immunosuppressive agent

methotrexate in British English
noun: an antimetabolite drug used in the treatment of certain cancers. Formula: C20H22N8 O5

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