Properties
Description
Irinotecan, soluble in DMSO and insoluble in water and ethanol, is an effective DNA damage inhibitor, that has the ability to prevent the pathway of DNA damage by inhibiting topoisomerase.
Molecular Formula
C33H38N4O6
Titer
Free from inappropriate visible particulates, foreign matter, discoloration, or other defects
Solubility
In vitro: DMSO: 6 mg/mL (10.23 mM); Water: insoluble; Ethanol: insoluble; In vivo: 30% propylene glycol, 5% Tween 80, 65% D5W, 28 mg/mL
Stability
In its lyophilized form, the chemical remains stable for 36 months.
Quality Level
Research grade
Applications
Irinotecan is a DNA damage inhibitor that plays a key role in DNA damage and cancer cell death.
Storage
Store at -20ºC, and keep desiccated.