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Which among the following is a cell cycle specific anti-neoplastic drug ?

Correct answer: C. Methotrexate

  • A. Cyclophosphamide
  • B. Doxorubicin
  • C. Methotrexate
  • D. Cisplatin

Explanation

Methotrexate is cell-cycle specific because it inhibits dihydrofolate reductase during the S phase, blocking DNA synthesis. Cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin and cisplatin are generally classified as cell-cycle nonspecific agents.

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