deferoxamine

Deferoxamine (also known as desferrioxamine, desferoxamine, DFO, DFOA or desferal) is a chelating agent used to remove excess iron from the body. It acts by binding free iron in the bloodstream and enhancing its elimination in the urine. By removing excess iron, the agent reduces the damage done to various organs and tissues, such as the liver.
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Deferoxamine /de·fer·ox·amine/ an iron-chelating agent isolated from Streptomyces pilosus ; used as the mesylate salt as an antidote in iron [more]Deferoxamine - Community and Resources

An iron-chelating agent that removes iron from tumors by inhibiting DNA synthesis and causing cancer cell death. It is used in conjunction with other anticancer agents in pediatric neuroblastoma therapy.