Hycanthone
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Hycanthone Definition
A thioxanthene derivative of lucanthone with anti-schistosomal activity and potential antineoplastic activity. Hycanthone interferes with parasite nerve function, resulting in parasite paralysis and death. This agent also intercalates into DNA and inhibits RNA synthesis in vitro. (NCI04)
Hycanthone Synonyms
Hycanthone, Etrenol, HYC, HYCANTHONE, Hycanthone Mesylate, Hycanthone mesylate
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