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Camptothecin analogs as potent inhibitors of topoisomerase I

US5364858A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 8, 1992
Grant dateNov 15, 1994
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Expiry dateDec 8, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D491/22
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for synthesizing camptothecin and camptothecin analogs using a novel hydroxyl-containing tricyclic intermediate and the camptothecin analogs produced by the process. The camptothecin analogs are effective inhibitors of topoisomerase.I and show antileukemic and anti-tumor activity.

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