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pentoxyl
<chemical> 5-hydroxymethyl-6-methyl- 2,4-(1h,3h)-pyrimidinedione. Uracil derivative used in combination with toxic antibiotics to lessen their toxicity; also to stimulate leukopoiesis and immunity.

Synonym: pentoksil; hydroxymethylmethyluracil.

Chemical name: 2,4(1H,3H)-Pyrimidinedione, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-6-methyl-