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2,4-thiazolidinedione
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Thiazolidinediones
Definition
: THIAZOLES with two keto oxygens. Members are insulin-sensitizing agents which overcome INSULIN RESISTANCE by activation of the peroxisome proliferator activated receptor gamma (PPAR-gamma).
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Glitazones
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2,4-thiazolidinedione [ 2,4-thiazolidinedione potassium,T-174,thiazolidinedione ]
2295-31-0
*Thiazolidinediones
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Hypoglycemic Agents
J Biol Chem 1994 Oct 14;269(41):25735-41