Dimericine

Definition / meaning of Dimericine

A lotion being studied in the treatment of skin cancer and a skin condition called xeroderma pigmentosum. It has an enzyme contained in very tiny, fat-like particles. The enzyme repairs damage caused by ultraviolet radiation. Dimericine is a type of DNA repair enzyme topical agent. Also called T4N5 liposomal lotion.

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

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