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Synonyms: DH-581 | Lorelco®
probucol is an approved drug (FDA (1977))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Probucol is a lipid-lowering drug. Marketing of this drug was ceased in 1995 in the US due to safety concerns.
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
Used to reduce circulating cholesterol levels. |
Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects ![]() |
This drug inhibits the ATP-binding cassette transporter, ABCA1, which is involved in cellular lipid efflux [1,3]. Additional molecular mechanisms of action have been suggested. See the DrugBank link for further details. |