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epalrestat

epalrestat is a aldose reductase inhibitor.

NMPA: clinical trials
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Quick answer

epalrestat is a aldose reductase inhibitor.

Key facts

INN epalrestat
Mechanism Aldose reductase inhibitor
Target Aldo-keto reductase family 1 member B1

Mechanism of action

Aldose reductase inhibitor

Primary target: Aldo-keto reductase family 1 member B1

Approval history

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NMPA clinical trials

Frequently asked questions

What is epalrestat?

epalrestat is a aldose reductase inhibitor.