摘要 |
Previously unknown anti-tumor, anti-infectious, immune system modulatory and anti-depressive properties of a family of barbituric acid derivatives are provided herein. Preferred derivatives are 4,6(1H, 5H)-pyrimidinedione, 1,3-dibutyldihydro-2thioxo; and 4,5,6(1H)-pyrimidinetrione, 1,3-dibutyldihydro-2thioxo. These compounds are effective for killing tumor cells, especially carcinoma (breast and prostate cancer), lymphoma and leukemia cells; for killing pathogenic organisms, especially viruses; for stimulating T cell formation and for alleviating symptoms of depression and are readily tolerated by the animal being treated.
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