摘要 |
<p>A hydroxyl radical scavenger which comprises as the active ingredient betaines represented by the following general formula (1) or acid-addition salts or esters thereof: (CH3)3N+(CH2)nCOO- [n = 1 to 5] and a remedy composition for diseases caused by hydroxy radicals. Because of having an excellent effect of scavenging hydroxyl radicals, this compound is useful in treating diseases, in particular, cardiac diseases caused by hydroxyl radicals.</p> |