Mesna
Definition
Mesna is a medicine that helps protect the inside lining of the bladder from damage due to certain chemotherapy drugs. Mesna may also be referred to as 2-mercaptoethane sulfonate, sodium salt, or Mesnex (its brand name).
Purpose
Mesna is a medicine that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in combination with the chemotherapy drug ifosfamide to protect the bladder lining from irritation due to the chemotherapy. It has also been shown useful in protecting the bladder lining when used in combination with large doses of the chemotherapy drug
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