Coenzyme M

Generic Name
Coenzyme M
Brand Names
Uromitexan
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C2H6O3S2
CAS Number
3375-50-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
VHD28S0H7F
Background

Coenzyme M (commonly known by its salt form, Mesna) is a synthetic sulfhydryl (thiol) compound and is used for prophylaxis of Ifosfamide and cyclophosphamide induced hemorrhagic cystitis.

Indication

Mesna is a uroprotective agent and is used prophylactically to reduce ifosfamide and cyclophosphamide induced hemorrhagic cystitis.

Associated Conditions
Hemorrhagic cystitis caused by cyclophosphamide, Hemorrhagic cystitis caused by ifosfamide
Associated Therapies
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