Bropirimine
Bropirimine
Bropirimine (pronounced bro-pi-ri-mine) is a synthetic immunomodulator that is primarily used in the treatment of cancer and other diseases that affect the immune system.
Etymology
The term "Bropirimine" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which is a derivative of pyrimidine, a type of nitrogenous base found in DNA and RNA. The "Bro" prefix is an abbreviation of bromine, a chemical element that is part of the drug's structure.
Usage
Bropirimine is used in the treatment of various types of cancer, including bladder cancer, skin cancer, and lung cancer. It works by stimulating the body's immune system to attack cancer cells. Bropirimine is also used in the treatment of certain autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
Related Terms
- Immunomodulator: A type of drug that modifies the immune system's response to a disease or condition.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Autoimmune disease: A condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own cells.
- Pyrimidine: A type of nitrogenous base found in DNA and RNA.
- Bromine: A chemical element that is part of the structure of bropirimine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bropirimine
- Wikipedia's article - Bropirimine
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