NCIt related terms : Pyridine, 3,5-dichloro-2,4-dimethoxy-6-(trichloromethyl)-;
NCIt definition : A synthetic derivative of pyrimidine with antineoplastic activity. Penclomedine alkylates
and crosslinks DNA, resulting in DNA strand breaks and inhibition of DNA and RNA synthesis.
This agent is more active against tumor cells that are defective in p53 function.
(NCI04);
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. It belongs
to the family of drugs called alkylating agents.;