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FIG. 45-1 The cell cycle. G1, the cell is preparing for division; S (synthesis phase/DNA
replication), the cell doubles its DNA content through DNA synthesis; G2, the cell produces
proteins to be used in cell division and in normal physiological function after cell division is
complete; M (mitotic phase), the single cell splits apart into 2 cells.

Box 45-1
Alkylating Medications

Nitrogen Mustards

▪ Bendamustine
▪ Chlorambucil
▪ Cyclophosphamide
▪ Ifosfamide
▪ Estramustine
▪ Mechlorethamine
▪ Melphalan

Nitrosoureas

▪ Carmustine
▪ Lomustine
▪ Streptozocin

Alkylating-Like Medications

▪ Altretamine
▪ Busulfan
▪ Carboplatin
▪ Cisplatin
▪ Dacarbazine
▪ Oxaliplatin
▪ Temozolomide
▪ Thiotepa

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