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Sodium Thiosulfate (SODIUM THIOSULFATE)

Us Army · FDA-approved approved Small molecule Quality 65/100

Sodium nitrite forms methemoglobin to bind cyanide, while sodium thiosulfate donates sulfur for cyanide conversion to thiocyanate.

Sodium thiosulfate is a small molecule drug originally developed by the US Army, which remains its current owner. It is FDA-approved for reducing the risk of ototoxicity associated with cisplatin and treating the toxic effects of cyanide. Despite being off-patent, there are no generic manufacturers. As a result, its commercial status is uncertain. Key safety considerations include its potential effects on kidney function and electrolyte balance.

At a glance

Generic nameSODIUM THIOSULFATE
SponsorUs Army
Drug classsodium thiosulfate
Targetcytochrome a3, rhodanese
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaMetabolic
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval1992

Mechanism of action

Sodium nitrite reacts with hemoglobin to form methemoglobin, which binds cyanide, preventing it from inhibiting cytochrome a3 and restoring aerobic metabolism. Sodium thiosulfate enhances the body's natural process of converting cyanide to less toxic thiocyanate, which is then excreted.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Patents

PatentExpiryType
93457242030-07-07Compound
84969732031-03-29Compound
119986042039-07-01Method of Use
119925302039-07-01Method of Use
119640182039-07-01Method of Use
104796862030-07-07Formulation
117533012030-02-10Compound
105961902038-01-05Method of Use

Primary sources

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FDA labelMechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results
FDA Orange BookPatents + exclusivity

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