chemotherapeutics

[ kee-moh-ther-uh-pyoo-tiks, kem-oh- ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)

1. chemotherapy.

Other Words From

• chemo·thera·peutic chemo·thera·peuti·cal adjective
• chemo·thera·peuti·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of chemotherapeutics¹

First recorded in 1910–15; chemo- + therapeutics

Example Sentences

All genetic risks appeared magnified by childhood exposure to alkylating agents, a common class of chemotherapeutics.

From Science Daily

For instance, in acidic environments, doxorubicin -- one of the current leading chemotherapeutics -- goes through what's known as ion trapping.

From Science Daily

It also significantly reduces the effectiveness of chemotherapeutics.

From Science Daily

Other tumour-resident bacteria can metabolize chemotherapeutics, which further contributes to drug resistance.

From Nature

As a specialist in geriatrics and palliative medicine, and above all as an internist, I am sure of several important facts: We all will die; many very ill patients know they are dying and are afraid to discuss it; many doctors are afraid to discuss dying with patients; and recklessly administered chemotherapeutics — with little or no hope of benefit — may shorten life and increase suffering through side effects.

From Washington Post