Camptothecin
Quick Overview for Camptothecin (ABIN1027825)
Application
Chemical Name
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Purpose
- Topoisomerase I inhibitor
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Characteristics
- Topoisomerase I inhibitor.
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Purity
- >98 %
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Formula
- C20H16N2O4
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Solubility
- Soluble to 5 mM in DMSO
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Comment
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Source: Synthetic.
Appearance: Yellow solid -
Restrictions
- For Research Use only
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Format
- Solid
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Precaution of Use
- Classification: Toxic. May be harmful or fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin. Safety Phrases: S22 - Do not breathe dust S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible) Risk Phrases: R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R46 - May cause heritable genetic damage Hazard Phrases: H302
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Handling Advice
- Classification: Toxic. May be harmful or fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin. Safety Phrases: S22 - Do not breathe dust S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible) Risk Phrases: R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R46 - May cause heritable genetic damage Hazard Phrases: H302
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Storage
- -20 °C
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Background
- Camptothecin is a cytotoxic quinoline alkaloid which inhibits the DNA enzyme topoisomerase I. It binds to the topo I and DNA complex, resulting in a tertiary comlex which stabilizes it. This prevents re-ligation and therefore causes DNA damage which results in apoptosis. It has showed remarkable anti-cancer activity in clinical trials.
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Molecular Weight
- 348.36
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CAS-No
- 7689-03-4
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