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What is

FOLFIRINOX regimen

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Pronunciation: /folfirinox* ˈrɛʤəmən/

FOLFIRINOX regimen

Definition

An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used to treat pancreatic cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. It includes the drugs leucovorin calcium (folinic acid), fluorouracil, irinotecan hydrochloride, and oxaliplatin. Also called FOLFIRINOX.