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Trichosanthin

Medical Definition: Plant-derived ribosome-inactivating protein (RIP) purified from the Chinese medicinal herb tian-hua-fen which is obtained from the root tubers of Trichosanthes kirilowii. It has been used as an abortifacient and in the treatment of trophoblastic tumors. GLQ223 (Compound Q), a highly purified form of trichosanthin, has been proposed as antiviral treatment for AIDS.
Guide Notes: /drug eff /ultrastruct permitted
Also Called: Tian-hua-fen,GLQ-223
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 60318-52-7
Previously Indexed: Abortifacient Agents, Non-Steroidal (1977-1989),Plant Proteins (1976-1989)

Trichosanthin Medical Definitions and Terms

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