Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of SN-38 (CAS: 86639-52-3)?
Answer
SN-38 is primarily used in oncology as an antineoplastic agent, especially in the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer. It is also utilized in research for studying DNA damage and repair mechanisms. Due to its potent biological activity, it is a key component in the formulation of irinotecan, a widely prescribed chemotherapy drug.
About
CAS No
86639-52-3
English Name
SN-38
Molecular Formula
C22H20N2O5
Molecular Weight
392.41 g/mol
SMILES
CCc1c2Cn3c(cc4c(COC(=O)[C@]4(O)CC)c3=O)-c2nc5ccc(O)cc15
InChIKey
FJHBVJOVLFPMQE-QFIPXVFZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
