[A naturally-occurring fatty acid ester form of retinol (vitamin A) with potential antineoplastic and chemopreventive activities. Retinyl acetate binds to and activates retinoid receptors, inducing cell differentiation and decreasing cell proliferation. This agent also inhibits carcinogen-induced neoplastic transformation in some cancer cell types and exhibits immunomodulatory properties. (NCI04) ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0073109 - Organic Chemical
- Pharmacologic Substance
- Vitamin
Relation/PAR: [VT050] VITAMIN A
Unclassified Ingredient Preparations
Relation/CHD: VITAMIN A (AS ACETATE & BETA CAROTENE)
VITAMIN A ACETATE 0 NS
VITAMIN A ACETATE 10000 UNT
VITAMIN A ACETATE 2500 UNT
VITAMIN A ACETATE 5000 IU
VITAMIN A ACETATE 5000 UNT
VITAMIN A ACETATE 8000 UNT
VITAMIN A ACETATE 8333 UNT