Thermo Scientific Chemicals Camptothecin

Description

Cytotoxic antitumor agent that inhibits topoisomerase I

Camptothecin is used as a cytotoxic antitumor agent that inhibits topoisomerase I.Camptothecin shows remarkable anticancer activity based on preliminary clinical trials. Its analogues are used in cancer chemotherapy. Cyclodextrin-based polymer containing camptothecin is used in the investigational anti-cancer drug study.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

• Description: Yellow
• Quantity: 250 mg
• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₁₆N₂O₄
• Formula Weight: 348.35g/mol
• Melting Point: 260°C
• Product Type: Apoptosis Reagent
• Content And Storage: 2°C to 8°C
• For Use With (Application): Cytotoxic antitumor agent that inhibits topoisomerase I
• Form: Powder

Safety and Handling

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only