Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
154-42-7
Molecular Formula
C5H5N5S
Molecular Weight
167.19 g/mol
Synonym

Thioguanine, 2-Amino-6-mercaptopurine, 6-Thioguanine, 2-Amino-9H-purine-6-thiol

Keywords
Fine Chemicals
Pharmaceutical Standards
Intermediates
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Thioguanine is a chemotherapy drug used mainly for treating acute myeloid leukemia. It works by blocking cancer cell growth and is taken orally, with side effects including low blood counts and liver issues.