Pentoxyl

5-Hydroxymethyl-6-methyl- 2,4-(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione. Uracil derivative used in combination with toxic antibiotics to lessen their toxicity; also to stimulate leukopoiesis and immunity. Synonyms: pentoksil; hydroxymethylmethyluracil.

Year introduced: 1991(1980)

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Tree Number(s): D03.383.742.698.875.700

MeSH Unique ID: D010432

Registry Number: 7LCS1FW4JV

Previous Indexing:

• Uracil (1966-1974) /AA (1975-1979)

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Heterocyclic Compounds
Heterocyclic Compounds, 1-Ring
Pyrimidines
Pyrimidinones
Uracil
Pentoxyl