| abstract |
The use of an α-hydroxycarbonyl compound as a reducing agent under low alkaline conditions (pH <11) is provided. An α-hydroxycarbonyl compound capable of forming a cyclic dimer is provided as a reducing agent for various moieties including a wide range of organic compounds. Further provided are corresponding methods, such as reduction of reducing compounds, especially reduction-activated prodrugs, counteracting unwanted growth or proliferation of cells such as warts or psoriasis or precancerous hyperplasia using tretazicar. [Selection figure] None |