idoxuridine

idoxuridine definition - medical

i·dox·u·ri·dine (īˌdŏks-yo͝orˈĭ-dēnˌ)

noun Abbr. IDU
A pyrimidine analog that produces both antiviral and anticancer effects by interfering with DNA synthesis and is used locally for the treatment of keratitis from herpes simplex or vaccinia.

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