[a cyclic polyether ionophore extracted from the black sponge Halichondria; inhibits protein phosphatases such as Cdc25 which serve as off switches for cell proliferation, and therefore acts as a tumor promoter; NLM also lists as a vasoconstrictor. ( CSP )]
UMLS (CSP) C0069389 - Organic Chemical
- Hazardous or Poisonous Substance
Relation/PAR: ETHER
marine toxin
Tumor Promoter
animal extract
phosphatase inhibitor