High-Grade Etoposide - Potent Anti-Cancer Compound for Effective Chemotherapy Treatment
ProcurenetShort description
Etoposide is a globally acclaimed anti-cancer agent. This high-grade compound, sourced from podophyllotoxin found in the Mayapple plant, inhibits cell growth, making it an ideal component for chemotherapy protocols. Its flexible dosage forms, either oral or injectable, fosters seamless integration into varied treatment plans. Trustworthy for its effectiveness in treating different cancer types, each batch is stringently controlled for quality, aligning with international pharmaceutical standards. Reported side effects include nausea, vomiting, appetite loss, hair loss, fatigue, and low blood cell count. Please note this product should only be used under an experienced health professional’s supervision.
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Procurenet Team Tshim Sha Tsui
Hong Kong
3 years
Description
Etoposide is a high-grade anti-cancer compound hailed for its ability to thwart various types of cancer around the world. It is derived from podophyllotoxin, a substance obtained from the roots and rhizomes of the Mayapple plant. Known for its potent cell growth inhibition properties, Etoposide has been making a significant difference in cancer treatment protocols, providing a robust line of defense against the menacing disease.
- Etoposide interrupts the DNA synthesis by forming a complex with topoisomerase II and DNA. This inhibits the religation of the DNA strands, leading to strand breakage and subsequently, cell cycle arrest and apoptosis.
- CAS Number: 33419-42-0
- Molecular Formula: C29H32O13
- Its moleculer weight is approximately 588.56 g/mol
- LogP value of Etoposide is 1.3, indicating its lipophilic nature
- It is slightly soluble in water, yet dissolve well in organic solvents.
- Available in two different forms – oral and injectable, allowing adaptation to various treatment approaches.
- Etoposide is mainly used to treat testicular cancer and small cell lung cancer. It's also effective in treating various other types of cancers, including acute myeloid leukemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Ewing's sarcoma, and Kaposi's sarcoma.
- Paralleled with these benefits, Etoposide can induce side effects such as nausea, vomiting, hair loss, and impact blood counts. However, these side effects are manageable under physician's guidance.
- Strict quality control is exerted on each batch ensuring it meets international pharmaceutical standards
