Mesna reacts with acrolein and other urotoxic metabolites of oxazaphosphorines (cyclophosphamide or ifosfamide) to form stable, non-urotoxic compounds. Mesna does not have any antitumour activity, nor does it appear to interfere with the antitumour activity of antineoplastic drugs. This medication is used to protect the bladder wall from the harmful effects of some cancer-fighting drugs.
SKU | RCLST057522 |
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CAS number | 19767-45-4 |
Molecular Formula | C2H5NaO3S2 |
Catalog Number | RCLST057522 |
Chemical Name | Mesna |
Synonyms | 2-Mercaptoethanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; 2-Mercapto-1-ethanesulfonic Acid Monosodium Salt; D 7093; Mesnex; Mistabron; Mistabronco; Mucofluid; Sodium 2-mercaptoethanesulfonate; UCB 3983; Uromitexan; |
Molecular Weight | 164.18 |
Solubility | Water (Slightly) |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | White to Off-White Solid |
Storage Condition | -20˚C Freezer, Under Inert Atmosphere |