carboxypeptidase-G2

Definition / meaning of carboxypeptidase-G2

A bacterial enzyme that is used to neutralize the toxic effects of methotrexate. It belongs to the family of drugs called chemoprotective agents. Also called glucarpidase.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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