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radioprotective agents

Definition: Drugs used to protect against ionizing radiation. They are usually of interest for use in radiation therapy but have been considered for other, e.g. military, purposes.
Definition Source: Medical Subject Headings 2015
Used For: radiation protectants; radiation protective agents; radioprotective drugs
Spanish: agentes radioprotectores

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