Compound Q&A
What is Irinotecan (CAS: 97682-44-5)?
Answer
Irinotecan (CAS: 97682-44-5) is a chemotherapy drug belonging to the camptothecin family. It has the chemical formula C23H24N2O5 and is a prodrug that becomes active in the body. Irinotecan works by inhibiting topoisomerase I, an enzyme essential for DNA replication, making it effective against various cancers.
About
CAS No
97682-44-5
English Name
Irinotecan
Molecular Formula
C33H38N4O6
Molecular Weight
586.69 g/mol
SMILES
CCC1=C2CN3C(=CC4=C(C3=O)COC(=O)C4(CC)O)C2=NC5=C1C=C(C=C5)OC(=O)N6CCC(CC6)N7CCCCC7
InChIKey
UWKQSNNFCGGAFS-XIFFEERXSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
