Amifostine
| Definition: |
A phosphorothioate proposed as a radiation-protective agent. It causes splenic vasodilation and may block autonomic ganglia. |
| Notes: |
D25-26 qualif |
| Also Called: |
Amifostine Disodium Salt,Amifostine Monohydrate,Amifostine Monohydrochloride,Aminopropylaminoethylthiophosphate,NSC-296961,WR-2721,YM-08310 |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
20537-88-6 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Diamines (1974-1976),Organothiophosphorus Compounds (1972-1976) |
Amifostine Definitions and Terms
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