Term Name: vismodegib
Synonyms: 2-chloro-N-[4-chloro-3-(pyridin-2-yl)phenyl]-4-(methylsulfonyl)benzamide, Erivedge, vismodegib, vismodegibum
Definition: A benzamide obtained by formal condensation between the carboxy group of 2-chloro-4-(methylsulfonyl)benzoic acid and the anilino group of 4-chloro-3-(pyridin-2-yl)aniline. Used for the treatment metastatic basal cell carcinoma.
Ontology: ChEBI [CHEBI:66903]  ( EBI )

Relationships
is a type of: benzamides monochlorobenzenes pyridines sulfone
has_role: antineoplastic agent Hedgehog signaling pathway inhibitor SMO receptor antagonist teratogenic agent