<prompt> All of the following statements about vinristine are true EXCEPT:It acts by inhibiting mitosisIts prominent adverse effect is peripheral neuropathyIt does not suppress bone marrowIt is a drug of choice for solid tumors.  <response>: Ref: KDT 6e p824, 825 Vincristine is a vinca alkaloid. It acts in M-phase of cell cycle by inhibiting the formation of spindle. It is a marrow sparing drug and causes peripheral neuropathy as a prominent adverse effect. It is used for the treatment of hematological malignancies like Hodgkins lymphoma and leukemias. It is ineffective against solid tumors. 