thio·te·pa
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Definition of thiotepa
: an alkylating agent C6H12N3PS that has been used as an antineoplastic agent and insect sterilant
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thiotepa
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thio·te·pa
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Medical Definition of thiotepa
: a sulfur analog C6H12N3PS of tepa that is used especially as an antineoplastic agent and is less toxic than tepa
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