Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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Dimericine (dy-MAYR-ih-seen)
A lotion being studied in the treatment of skin cancer and a skin condition called xeroderma pigmentosum. It has an enzyme contained in very tiny, fat-like particles. The enzyme repairs damage caused by ultraviolet radiation. Dimericine is a type of DNA repair enzyme topical agent. Also called T4N5 liposomal lotion.
Source: National Cancer Institute Dictionary of Cancer Terms, available at www.cancer.gov/dictionary.