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1. Alkylating agents are a diverse group of chemotherapy drugs that work by alkylating DNA, interfering with transcription and replication. They are used to treat cancers like lymphomas, ovarian cancer, and lung cancer. 2. Major classes include nitrogen mustards, nitrosoureas, cyclophosphamide, and alkyl sulfonates. Cyclophosphamide is the most commonly used and can cause hemorrhagic cystitis. Busulfan is in the alkyl sulfonate class. 3. Platinum complexes like cisplatin, carboplatin, and oxaliplatin fo
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