Phenformin (CAS 114-86-3) Suppliers and Product Information

Phenformin, also known as N-Phenethylbiguanide, is a biguanide class compound formerly used as an antidiabetic drug. It was withdrawn from the market due to potential risk of lactic acidosis. Phenformin is used in cancer treatment methods using thermotherapy and/or enhanced immunotherapy.

Frequently Asked Questions about Phenformin

Q: What is Phenformin used for?

A: Phenformin was originally used as an antidiabetic drug. However, it was withdrawn from the market due to the risk of lactic acidosis. Currently, it is being studied for potential use in cancer treatment methods involving thermotherapy and enhanced immunotherapy.

Q: Why was Phenformin withdrawn from the market?

A: Phenformin was withdrawn from the market in many countries, including the United States in 1977, due to its association with a high risk of inducing often fatal lactic acidosis.

Q: What are some synonyms for Phenformin?

A: Some synonyms for Phenformin include phenylethyl biguanide, 1-phenethyl biguanide, beta-PEBG, beta-Phenethybiguanide, beta-Phenethylbiguanide, Biguanide (1-phenethyl), and cronoformin.