An alkaloid drug used in the treatment of cancer.
That disrupts cell division and is used to treat many cancers, especially those of the lymphatic system. Adverse effects include a decrease in the number of white blood cells, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss.
A cytotoxic drug that is given by intravascular injection mainly in the treatment of cancers of the lymphatic system, such as Hodgkin’s disease. It is highly toxic, since it also acts on normal tissues; common side-effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and depression of bone marrow function.