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Liarozole

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Liarozole Definition

An orally-active benzimidazole derivative with potential antineoplastic activity. As a retinoic acid metabolism blocking agent, liarozole inhibits cytochrome P450-dependent all-trans-retinoic acid (ATRA)-4-hydroxylase, resulting in an increase in endogenous ATRA production, inhibition of cell proliferation, and induction of cell differentiation. This agent also inhibits aromatase, the enzyme that catalyzes the final, rate-limiting step in estrogen biosynthesis.

Liarozole Synonyms

Liarozole, 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-((3-chlorophenyl)-1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-, LIAROZOLE, Liazal, R 75251, R-61405, liarozole

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