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Trabectedin is an antineoplastic drug approved by the EMA for the treatment of soft tissue sarcoma (STS).
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Camptothecin (CPT) is a pentacyclic natural alkaloid extracted from Camptotheca acuminata. CPT is a unique class of complex quinoline cytotoxins that inhibit the DNA enzyme topoisomerase I (topo I).
Dec 16,2024 Plant extractsPlatinum Dioxide: Characteristics, Synthesis Method and Safety
Platinum dioxide, valued for stability and conductivity, is synthesized by heating platinum in oxygen. Caution is necessary due to fire and health risks, stressing safety protocols.
Dec 16,2024 APIAdipic Acid: A Versatile Industrial Compound
Adipic acid is an important chemical reagent that has been widely used in the production of thermoplastic polyurethane resins, nylon 6-6, adhesives, synthetic lubricants, and plasticizers.
Dec 16,2024 APIPharmacological activities and medical applications of Cinnamaldehyde
Cinnamaldehyde is a natural compound extracted from the plant cinnamon. It has tremendous therapeutic uses because of its antimicrobial, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties.
Dec 16,2024 Biochemical EngineeringSynthesis of Urea
Urea (H2NCONH2) is one of the most important artificial nitrogen fertilisers in the agricultural economy, providing essential nitrogen for plant growth.
Dec 16,2024 Biochemical EngineeringApplications and Hazards of Hexane
Hexane is a safe, efficient and widely used hydrocarbon. It has the appearance of a colourless liquid with a slightly unpleasant odour.
Dec 16,2024 APITriethyl phosphate: Physicochemical properties and Uses
Triethyl phosphate (TEP) is an organic compound with the chemical formula OP(OEt)3. It is a colourless, transparent liquid at room temperature with a subtle pleasant odour due to its ester portion.
Dec 16,2024 APIClascoterone for treatment of acne
Clascoterone is a novel topical anti-androgen drug that has been approved for the treatment of acne.
Dec 16,2024 DrugsWhat is β-Cyclodextrin used for?
β-cyclodextrin is considered a practical approach to improve water solubility, counteract curcumin degradation, and sustain curcumin release.
Dec 16,2024 Organic Chemistry