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17-dimethylaminoethylamino-17-demethoxygeldanamycin

Meaning of 17-dimethylaminoethylamino-17-demethoxygeldanamycin: 17-DMAG.

Definition of 17-dimethylaminoethylamino-17-demethoxygeldanamycin

17-DMAG. A substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called geldanamycin analogs.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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