Dimercaprol

**Definition:** An anti-gas warfare agent that is effective against Lewisite (dichloro(2-chlorovinyl)arsine) and formerly known as British Anti-Lewisite or BAL. It acts as a chelating agent and is used in the treatment of arsenic, gold, and other heavy metal poisoning.

**Tree numbers:** - D02.886.489.180

**Synonyms:** - 2,3-Dimercaptopropanol - 2,3-Dithiopropan-1-o1 - British Anti-Lewisite - British Anti-Lewisite Agent