Why Are They Called Nitrogen Mustards? From Chemical Warfare to Cancer Treatment
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The origins of nitrogen mustards trace back to the horrific battlefields of World War I, where the chemical weapon known as mustard gas was first deployed. While their name might suggest a connection to the pungent mustard plant, these potent chemotherapy drugs are named for their structural similarity to the sulfur-based chemical warfare agent and for their similarly blister-inducing properties.
