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Anetholtrithion
Definition 1
A substituted dithiolthione and analog of chemopreventive agent oltipraz. 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 for the chemopreventive and xerostomia properties have not been fully elucidated. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
A substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. (NCI Dictionary)
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