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What is bendamustine hydrochloride?

Pronunciation: /bendamustine* hydrochloride*/

bendamustine hydrochloride

Definition

A drug used to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia and certain types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It is also being studied in the treatment of other types of cancer. Bendamustine hydrochloride damages the cell’s DNA and may kill cancer cells. It is a type of alkylating agent. Also called Belrapzo, Bendeka, and Treanda.