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Azoxymethane
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Definition
: A potent carcinogen and neurotoxic compound. It is particularly effective in inducing colon carcinomas.
a carcinogen
Pharmacological Action
Carcinogens
Examples
Cycasin
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Methylazoxymethanol Acetate
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azoxyethane
16301-26-1
Azoxymethane/*analogs & derivatives.
Cancer Res 1987;47(15):3968