Antimitotic

Antimitotic drugs are a type of medication used to interfere with the process of mitosis, which is the division of a cell into two daughter cells. During mitosis, the genetic material is divided evenly between the two newly formed cells. Antimitotic drugs are used to stop this process, which can prevent the growth and spread of cancer cells. They work by binding to the tubulin molecules that make up the spindle fibers in the cell, preventing them from properly organizing and dividing the chromosomes during mitosis. By blocking this process, the drugs can stop the growth of cancer cells. Additionally, they may also be used to treat other conditions, such as macular degeneration, psoriasis, and glaucoma.