Sodium Dichloroacetate
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Sodium Dichloroacetate Definition
The sodium salt of dichloroacetic acid with potential antineoplastic activity. Dichloroacetate ion inhibits pyruvate dehydrogenase kinase, resulting in the inhibition of glycolysis and a decrease in lactate production. This agent may stimulate apoptosis in cancer cells by restoring normal mitochondrial-induced apoptotic signaling.
Sodium Dichloroacetate Synonyms
Sodium Dichloroacetate, CPC 211, Dichloroacetic Acid, Sodium Salt, SODIUM DICHLOROACETATE
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