GIROSTAN
\d͡ʒˈa͡ɪɹəstˌan], \dʒˈaɪɹəstˌan], \dʒ_ˈaɪ_ɹ_ə_s_t_ˌa_n]\
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A very toxic alkylating antineoplastic agent also used as an insect sterilant. It causes skin, gastrointestinal, CNS, and bone marrow damage. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), thiotepa may reasonably be anticipated to be a carcinogen (Merck Index, 11th ed).
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.