A drug used to treat many types of cancer, certain types of arthritis, and severe psoriasis (a type of skin condition). Xatmep stops cells from using folic acid to make DNA and may kill cancer cells. It may also lower the body’s immune response. Xatmep is a type of antimetabolite and a type of antifolate. Also called methotrexate sodium, MTX, and Trexall.
Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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