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Definition of Cytotoxic

1. Adjective. Of or relating to substances that are toxic to cells.

Definition of Cytotoxic

1. Adjective. of, relating to, or being a cytotoxin ¹

2. Adjective. of or relating to cytotoxicity ¹

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Definition of Cytotoxic

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Cytotoxic

1. Chemicals that are directly toxic to cells, preventing their reproduction or growth. Cytotoxic agents can, as a side effect, damage healthy, noncancerous tissues or organs which have a high proportion of actively dividing cells, for example, bone marrow, hair follicles. These side effects limit the amount and frequency of drug administration. (16 Dec 1997)

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