<chemical> 1,6-dibromo-1,6-dideoxy-d-mannitol. Brominated analog of mannitol which is an antineoplastic agent appearing to act as an alkylating agent. ... Pharmacological action: antineoplastic agent, alkylating. ... Chemical name: D-Mannitol, 1,6-dibromo-1,6-dideoxy- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...