Anethole trithione Other names: Anetholtrithion Anetholtrithione
Chemical formula: C₁₀H₈OS₃ Molecular mass: 240.35 g/mol PubChem compound: 2194
Active ingredient description
Anethole trithione is a bile secretion-stimulating drug that restores salivation and relieves the discomfort of dry mouth in chemotherapy-induced xerostomia. In addition, this agent has exhibited chemopreventive properties. The mechanism of action to these activities have yet to be formally elucidated.
Medicine classification
This medicinal substance has been classified in the anatomical therapeutic chemical (ATC) classification according to its main therapeutic use as follows:
| ATC Group | Classification | |
|---|---|---|
| A16AX02 | Anethole trithione | A Alimentary tract and metabolism → A16 Other alimentary tract and metabolism products → A16A Other alimentary tract and metabolism products → A16AX Various alimentary tract and metabolism products |
Medicines
Anethole trithione is an active ingredient of these brands:
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