BUSULFAN
\bjˈuːsʌlfən], \bjˈuːsʌlfən], \b_j_ˈuː_s_ʌ_l_f_ə_n]\
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An alkylating agent having a selective immunosuppressive effect on bone marrow. It has been used in the palliative treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia, but although symptomatic relief is provided, no permanent remission is brought about. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), busulfan is listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck Index, 11th ed)
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