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Dimercaprol  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An anti-gas warfare agent that is effective against Lewisite (dichloro(2-chlorovinyl)arsine) and formerly known as British Anti-Lewisite or BAL. It acts as a chelating agent and is used in the treatment of arsenic, gold, and other heavy metal poisoning.

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Entry terms

  • 0CPP32S55X
  • 1-Propanol, 2,3-dimercapto-
  • 2,3-Dimercaptopropanol
  • 2,3-Dithiopropan-1-o1
  • 59-52-9 (Dimercaprol)
  • British Anti-Lewisite
  • British Anti-Lewisite Agent

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  • French

  • 0CPP32S55X
  • 1-Propanol, 2,3-dimercapto-
  • 59-52-9 (Dimercaprol)

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-R9NNWKVD-6

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