azanucleosides

Azanucleosides are specialized drugs that combine a sugar molecule with a nucleic acid base, but with an altered structure involving nitrogen atoms. They are designed to interfere with the activity of DNA or RNA in cells, mainly to treat certain cancers and viral infections. By integrating into genetic material, azanucleosides can block or modify the processes of cell growth and replication, which helps in stopping disease progression. These drugs target rapidly dividing cells, making them effective in therapies but also requiring careful management to minimize side effects.