Ethionine

2-Amino-4-(ethylthio)butyric acid. An antimetabolite and methionine antagonist that interferes with amino acid incorporation into proteins and with cellular ATP utilization. It also produces liver neoplasms.

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Tree Number(s): D02.886.030.388, D12.125.166.388

MeSH Unique ID: D005001

Registry Number: WX1BN24WZT

Pharmacologic Action:

• Antimetabolites

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Organic Chemicals
Sulfur Compounds
Amino Acids, Sulfur
Ethionine

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Amino Acids
Amino Acids, Sulfur
Ethionine