hydroxyurea
/haɪˌdrɑksiˈjʊriə/
noun
- A medication used to treat certain cancers and sickle cell disease by slowing the growth of cells.
- Hydroxyurea can reduce the number of painful crises in sickle cell disease.
- The patient took hydroxyurea to manage their sickle cell symptoms.
- Doctors often prescribe hydroxyurea for people with certain types of leukemia.