methotrexate

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/ˌmɛθ.əˈtɹɛk.seɪt/

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/ˌmɛθ.əˈtɹɛk.seɪt/ · /ˌmiː.θəˈtɹɛk.seɪt/ · /ˌmɛθ.əˈtɹɛkˌseɪt/

Definition of methotrexate

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noun

(countable, uncountable)An antimetabolite and antifolate drug used in treatment of cancer, autoimmune diseases, and ectopic pregnancies.

“One group would be treated with intensive methotrexate dosing, while the other group would be treated with milder and less intensive dosing.”

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Probably from metho- + tre- (“alteration of pteridine”) + (carbo)x(yl)ate.

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