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Azaguanine
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Definition
: One of the early purine analogs showing antineoplastic activity. It functions as an antimetabolite and is easily incorporated into ribonucleic acids.
Pharmacological Action
Antimetabolites, Antineoplastic
Other names
Guanazolo; 8 Azaguanine; 8-
Azaguanine