A cell cycle specific anticancer drug that acts mainly in the M phase of the cycle is:
Correct Answer: Paclitaxel
Description: Vinca alkaloids (Vincristine, Vinblastine and Vinorelbine) and taxanes (Paclitaxel and Docetaxel) act on M-phase of the cell cycle.
Vinca alkaloids inhibit the formation whereas taxanes inhibit the breakdown of the mitotic spindles.
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