Enzyme Modulators

<p>A potent and selective inhibitor of cell death-inducing kinase RIP2 (IC50 = 5 nM). Reduces release of pro-inflammatory cytokines. Inhibits production of TNF-α and IL-6 in intestinal explants from patients with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.</p>

<p>Fluvastatin is a statin that lowers blood cholesterol and triglycerides by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme that plays a critical role in the synthesis of cholesterol. Fluvastatin has also been shown to reduce the incidence of myocardial infarction, and to reduce atherosclerotic lesions in animal models, reducing the incidence of cardiovascular disease. Fluvastatin also has been shown to inhibit the activation of toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) by lipopolysaccharide (LPS), which may be related to its anti-inflammatory effects. Furthermore, through lowering blood cholesterol, Fluvastatin also inhibits tubulointerstitial injury and prevents renal damage caused by high concentrations of the lipid.</p>

<p>A potent inhibitor of ubiquitin activating enzyme E1. Lowers ubiquitin conjugates in cells, thereby disrupting cell signalling, cell cycle progression and repair of DNA damage. Anti-tumor effects have been demonstrated in vitro and in vivo. TAK 243 has been used to study the biology of ubiquitins and its potential as anti-cancer therapy.</p>

<p>Selective inhibitor of the mutated RET variant RETV804M, which is the anticipated drug-resistant RET mutant that can occur in tumours treated with kinase inhibitors. The compound has a biochemical IC50 of 0.02 µM and selectivity for purified RETV804M over purified RET and KDR of 3.7 and 110, respectively. The efficacy of the compound was shown also in cell cultures with IC50 of 4.4 µM, and cell assay selectivity for RETV804M over RET and KDR of 0.89 and 2.3, respectively.</p>

<p>Anagrelide is a thrombocytopenic drug that is used to treat thrombocythemia and related conditions. This drug works by decreasing the platelet count by suppressing transcription factors that are necessary for the maturation of platelets. This drug is also a phosphodiesterase III inhibitor.</p>

<p>Inhibitor of MEK1/2 kinase enzymes; antineoplastic</p>

<p>Inhibitor of the histone methyltransferase SETD8 that supresses methylation of the K20 residue in histone 4. UNC 0379 treatment of human glioma reduced recruitment of 53BP1 protein to double strand breaks and sensitised cells to radiotherapy without altering cell cycle kinetics.</p>

<p>Inhibitor of aurora kinases</p>

<p>Inhibitor of protein kinase PKC</p>

<p>Pemetrexed is an antifolate drug that is used to treat mesothelioma and non-small cell lung cancer. It is used during chemotherapy and sometimes used in conjunction with cisplatin. This drug disrupts folate-dependent metabolic activities essential for cell replication. In vitro studies have shown that Pemetrexed inhibits thymidylate synthase.</p>

<p>Moexipril is an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor that is used for the treatment of hypertension. This drug is a prodrug for moexiprilat and works by relaxing the blood vessels causing them to widen and lowering blood pressure. Moexipril has been shown to be effective in treating metabolic disorders such as congestive heart failure.</p>

<p>NMDA receptor antagonist</p>

<p>Pazopanib is an antineoplastic agent that is used to treat advanced renal cell cancer and advanced soft tissues sarcoma. This drug is a multitargeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor against vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 1, 2, 3 and c-kit. As a result, it increases tumor apoptosis and decreases tumor blood flow.</p>

<p>Inhibitor of MEK kinase</p>

<p>Sunitinib is a receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor and a chemotherapeutic agent used for the treatment of renal cell carcinoma. This drug can also be used to treat gastrointestinal tumors that are resistant to imatinib. Sunitinib inhibits VEGFR1, VEGFR2, VEGFR3, PDGFR and KIT tyrosine kinases.</p>

<p>Inhibitor of EGFR receptor</p>

<p>Inhibitor of TAOK1 and TAOK2 kinases</p>

<p>Dexrazoxane is a cytoprotective drug that is used in chemotherapy to provide cardio-protection against anthracycline toxicity. It is an antimitotic agent with immunosuppressive properties. Dexrazoxane works by binding to iron in the cell, preventing it from being released. Dexrazoxane is also a catalytic inhibitor of topoisomerase II.</p>

<p>Inhibitor of protein kinase CK1</p>

<p>Inhibitor of poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase enzyme; antineoplastic</p>