name: | Mesna |
ATC code: | R05CB05 | route: | intravenous |
n-compartments | 2 |
Mesna (sodium 2-mercaptoethane sulfonate) is a protective agent used to reduce the occurrence of hemorrhagic cystitis and other urogenital toxicities in patients receiving ifosfamide or cyclophosphamide chemotherapy. It is an FDA-approved medication commonly administered alongside these alkylating agents.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported for healthy adult volunteers after intravenous administration.
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