Synonyms: Ergamisol® | R-12564
levamisole is an approved drug (FDA (1990))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Levamisole is the levorotatory isomer of tetramisole (PubChem CID 3913). This drug was originally used to treat intestinal worm infestations, but also found use in cancer treatment due to its antineoplastic action. This drug is not currently in clinical use in the US or Canada.
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
Used to treat colon cancer in combination with fluorouracil. |
Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects ![]() |
This drug’s molecular mechanism of action as an antineoplastic agent is complex and not fully resolved. See the DrugBank link for further details. |