Zilascorb(2H), a low-toxicity protein synthesis inhibitor that exhibits signs of anticancer activity in malignant melanoma

Zilascorb(2H) Is a benzaldehyde derivative giving rise to strong protein synthesis inhibition. It has shown antitumor activity against human malignant melanoma grown as xenografts in nude mice. The effect was manifest only after prolonged dally treatment and was quickly reversible when treatment was