NCIt definition : A histamine H(2)-receptor antagonist. Enhancing anti-tumor cell-mediated responses,
cimetidine blocks histamine's ability to stimulate suppressor T lymphocyte activity
and to inhibit natural killer (NK) cell activity and interleukin-2 production. Cimetidine
also may inhibit tumor growth by suppressing histamine's growth-factor activity and
blocking histamine-induced stimulation of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF),
a pro-angiogenic growth factor. (NCI04);
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A drug usually used to treat stomach ulcers and heartburn. It is also commonly
used in a regimen to prevent allergic reactions.;
UNII : 80061L1WGD;
InChIKey : AQIXAKUUQRKLND-UHFFFAOYSA-N;
CAS number : 51481-61-9;
Drug name : Tagamet;
Chemical formula : C10H16N6S;
NSC code : 335308;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:3699;
Codes from synonyms : NSC0335308; 01655; CDR0000045184; 103;