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CAS 56390-09-1

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Epirubicin hydrochloride

Description:
Epirubicin hydrochloride is an anthracycline antibiotic and a chemotherapeutic agent primarily used in the treatment of various cancers, including breast cancer and other solid tumors. It is a derivative of doxorubicin, characterized by its ability to intercalate DNA, thereby inhibiting DNA and RNA synthesis, which ultimately leads to cell death. The substance appears as a red to reddish-brown powder and is soluble in water, which facilitates its administration via intravenous injection. Epirubicin hydrochloride has a molecular formula that reflects its complex structure, which includes multiple aromatic rings and hydroxyl groups that contribute to its biological activity. Its mechanism of action involves the generation of free radicals and the disruption of topoisomerase II activity, further enhancing its efficacy against rapidly dividing cancer cells. While effective, it is associated with potential side effects, including cardiotoxicity, myelosuppression, and gastrointestinal disturbances, necessitating careful monitoring during treatment. Overall, epirubicin hydrochloride remains a vital component in oncological therapies, demonstrating significant antitumor activity.
Formula:C27H29NO11·ClH
InChI:InChI=1S/C27H29NO11.ClH/c1-10-22(31)13(28)6-17(38-10)39-15-8-27(36,16(30)9-29)7-12-19(15)26(35)21-20(24(12)33)23(32)11-4-3-5-14(37-2)18(11)25(21)34;/h3-5,10,13,15,17,22,29,31,33,35-36H,6-9,28H2,1-2H3;1H/t10-,13-,15-,17-,22-,27-;/m0./s1
InChI key:InChIKey=MWWSFMDVAYGXBV-FGBSZODSSA-N
SMILES:OC=1C2=C([C@@H](O[C@H]3C[C@H](N)[C@@H](O)[C@H](C)O3)C[C@@](C(CO)=O)(O)C2)C(O)=C4C1C(=O)C=5C(C4=O)=C(OC)C=CC5.Cl
Synonyms:
  • (1S,3S)-3,5,12-trihydroxy-3-(hydroxyacetyl)-10-methoxy-6,11-dioxo-1,2,3,4,6,11-hexahydrotetracen-1-yl 3-amino-2,3,6-trideoxy-alpha-L-arabino-hexopyranoside hydrochloride (1:1)
  • (1S,3S)-3,5,12-trihydroxy-3-(hydroxyacetyl)-10-methoxy-6,11-dioxo-1,2,3,4,6,11-hexahydrotetracen-1-yl 3-amino-2,3,6-trideoxy-beta-L-arabino-hexopyranoside
  • 4′-Epidoxorubicin hydrochloride
  • 4′-epi-Adriamycin hydrochloride
  • 5,12-Naphthacenedione, 10-[(3-amino-2,3,6-trideoxy-α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-arabino-hexopyranosyl)oxy]-7,8,9,10-tetrahydro-6,8,11-trihydroxy-8-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-1-methoxy-, hydrochloride (1:1), (8S,10S)-
  • 5,12-Naphthacenedione, 10-[(3-amino-2,3,6-trideoxy-α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-arabino-hexopyranosyl)oxy]-7,8,9,10-tetrahydro-6,8,11-trihydroxy-8-(hydroxyacetyl)-1-methoxy-, hydrochloride, (8S,10S)-
  • 5,12-Naphthacenedione, 10-[(3-amino-2,3,6-trideoxy-α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-arabino-hexopyranosyl)oxy]-7,8,9,10-tetrahydro-6,8,11-trihydroxy-8-(hydroxyacetyl)-1-methoxy-, hydrochloride, (8S-cis)-
  • Ellence
  • Epidoxorubicin hydrochloride
  • Epirubicin Hydrochloride
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