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Azoxymethane

Medical Definition: A potent carcinogen and neurotoxic compound. It is particularly effective in inducing colon carcinomas.
Guide Notes: a carcinogen
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 25843-45-2
Previously Indexed: Azo Compounds (1973-1975),Nitrogen Oxides (1973-1974)
Azoxymethane Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Cycasin - Carcinogenic and neurotoxic glycoside occurring in a number of plant species, including Cycas revoluta.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Methylazoxymethanol Acetate - The aglycone of CYCASIN. It acts as a potent carcinogen and neurotoxin and inhibits hepatic DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis.

Azoxymethane Medical Definitions and Terms

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