Topotecan injection is used to treat patients with metastatic cancer (a cancer that has already spread) of the ovaries after other treatments have failed. topotecan is also used to treat a certain type of lung cancer called small cell lung cancer. It is also used in combination with cisplatin to treat cancer of the cervix which cannot be treated with surgery or radiation therapy.
Specification:
Name |
Topotecan |
Systematic (IUPAC) name |
(S)-10-[(DIMETHYLAMINO)METHYL]-4-ETHYL-4,9-DIHYDMXY-1H-PYRANO[3',4':6,7]INDOLIZINO[1,2-B]QUINOLINE3,14(4H,12H)-DIONE |
CAS number |
123948-87-8 |
Formula |
C23H23N3O5 |
Appearance |
white powder |
Application |
act on lung and ovarian cancer |
assay |
HPLC;HNRM |
Packaging details:
Packaging details: |
25kg/drum with double plastic bags inside; packed in a cardboard drum or fiber HDPE drum. |
Storage: |
Stored in a clean, cool, dry area; keep away from moisture and strong, direct light/heat |
Shelf Life: |
5 years if sealed and store away from direct sun light. |