Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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Cytomel (SY-toh-mel)
A drug that is used to treat certain thyroid (a gland located near the voice box) conditions. It is also being studied in the treatment of thyroid cancer. Cytomel is made in the laboratory and is a form of the thyroid hormone triiodthyronine (T3). Also called liothyronine sodium and Triostat.
Source: National Cancer Institute Dictionary of Cancer Terms, available at www.cancer.gov/dictionary.