What chemotherapeutic agent is classified as an antitumor antibiotic?
a. Cisplatin (Platinol AQ)
b. Vincristine (Oncovin)
c. Methotrexate (Texall)
d. Daunorubicin (Cerubidine)
ANS: D
Daunorubicin is an antitumor antibiotic. Cisplatin is classified as an alkylating agent. Vincristine is a plant alkaloid. Methotrexate is an antimetabolite.
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