Lonidamine

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Lonidamine

Lonidamine (pronounced loh-ni-dah-meen) is a pharmaceutical drug primarily used in the treatment of cancer. It is known for its ability to inhibit glycolysis, a process that cancer cells heavily rely on for their energy production.

Etymology

The term "Lonidamine" is derived from the Italian word "lonidamina", which was the original name of the drug when it was first developed in Italy. The name does not have a specific meaning and is likely a combination of various chemical terms related to its structure and function.

Usage

Lonidamine is used in the treatment of various types of cancer, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and lung cancer. It works by inhibiting the process of glycolysis in cancer cells, thereby depriving them of the energy they need to grow and multiply. This makes it a valuable tool in the fight against cancer, particularly in combination with other chemotherapy drugs.

Related Terms

  • Glycolysis: The process by which glucose is broken down in the body to produce energy. This process is heavily relied upon by cancer cells, making it a prime target for drugs like Lonidamine.
  • Chemotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells. Lonidamine is often used in combination with other chemotherapy drugs to enhance their effectiveness.
  • Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. Lonidamine is used to treat various types of this disease.

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