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sodium thiosulfate solution

Xijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Sodium thiosulfate solution works by neutralizing cyanide ions.

Sodium thiosulfate solution works by neutralizing cyanide ions. Used for Cyanide poisoning.

At a glance

Generic namesodium thiosulfate solution
Also known asSTS
SponsorXijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases
Drug classAntidote
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaToxicology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

It does this by forming a stable complex with cyanide, which is then excreted from the body. This mechanism is particularly useful in treating cyanide poisoning.

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