Aldesulfone sodium
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Aldesulfone sodium
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| Systematic (IUPAC) name | |
| [4-[4-(sulfinomethylamino) phenyl] sulfonylphenyl] aminomethanesulfinic acid | |
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| ATC code | J04 |
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| Chemical data | |
| Formula | C14H16N2O6S3 |
| Mol. mass | 404.485 g/mol |
| Pharmacokinetic data | |
| Bioavailability | ? |
| Protein binding | 69% |
| Metabolism | Hepatic |
| Half life | 3 to 8 hours |
| Excretion | ? |
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| Routes | Oral |
Aldesulfone sodium (or sulfoxone) is an antibiotic used in the treatment of leprosy.
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Leprosy: Aldesulfone sodium, Clofazimine, Dapsone
