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Fludarabine (CAS 21679-14-1)

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Alternate Names:
2-Fluoroadenine-9-β-D-arabinofuranoside
Application:
Fludarabine is a cell permeable agent that interferes with DNA synthesis and repair; also inhibits RNA transcription
CAS Number:
21679-14-1
Purity:
≥99%
Molecular Weight:
285.2
Molecular Formula:
C10H12FN5O4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Fludarabine, a purine analog, plays a pivotal role in the study of cellular mechanisms and cancer research due to its ability to interfere with DNA synthesis. This nucleotide analog integrates into DNA strands, leading to chain termination during DNA replication. By mimicking adenosine, fludarabine is phosphorylated within cells to its active triphosphate form, fludarabine triphosphate, which competes with natural nucleotides for incorporation into DNA. This incorporation results in the inhibition of DNA polymerase, an enzyme critical for DNA replication and repair, thereby causing cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in rapidly dividing cells. Its mechanism elucidates the cellular pathways involved in DNA synthesis and repair, providing valuable insights for the development of novel strategies in cancer research. The study of fludarabine′s effects on DNA synthesis and cellular metabolism enhances our understanding of the molecular dynamics of cell proliferation and death, serving as a cornerstone for exploring therapeutic targets in oncology and beyond.


Fludarabine (CAS 21679-14-1) References

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  2. Role of fludarabine as monotherapy in the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia.  |  Leporrier, M. 2004. Hematol J. 5 Suppl 1: S10-9. PMID: 15079149
  3. Chemotherapy combination treatment regimens with fludarabine in chronic lymphocytic leukemia.  |  Hallek, M. and Eichhorst, BF. 2004. Hematol J. 5 Suppl 1: S20-30. PMID: 15079150
  4. Use of fludarabine in the treatment of mantle cell lymphoma, Waldenström's macroglobulinemia and other uncommon B- and T-cell lymphoid malignancies.  |  Johnson, SA. 2004. Hematol J. 5 Suppl 1: S50-61. PMID: 15079153
  5. Fludarabine: a review of its use in non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.  |  Anderson, VR. and Perry, CM. 2007. Drugs. 67: 1633-55. PMID: 17661532
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  7. Transposon Mutagenesis Reveals Fludarabine Resistance Mechanisms in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.  |  Pandzic, T., et al. 2016. Clin Cancer Res. 22: 6217-6227. PMID: 26957556
  8. Fludarabine resistance mediated by aminoglycoside-3'-phosphotransferase-IIa and the structurally related eukaryotic cAMP-dependent protein kinase.  |  Sánchez-Carrera, D., et al. 2017. FASEB J. 31: 3007-3017. PMID: 28373209
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Fludarabine, 5 mg

sc-204755
5 mg
$58.00

Fludarabine, 25 mg

sc-204755A
25 mg
$204.00

What is the appearance of the chemical?

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Date published: 2017-01-19

I would like to confirm if sc-204755 could be applied for cell culture?

Asked by: two2igm05
Thank you for your question. This product has not been specifically tested for cell culture use and is not cell culture grade, however, most products can still be used in cell culture applications by following basic cell culture protocols, e.g. using cell culture grade/sterilized solvents, aseptic technique, and sterilely filtering in a sterile hood.
Answered by: Technical Support
Date published: 2018-08-24

Is this compound a specific inhibitor of Protein STAT1?

Asked by: two2igm05
Thank you for your question. Fludarabine, sc-204755, is a STAT1 activation inhibitor and a DNA synthesis inhibitor in Vascular smooth muscle cells.
Answered by: TechService7
Date published: 2018-08-24
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from PerezPerez-Chacon, G. et al. (PubMed 26324744) found that Indole-3-carbinol (sc-202662) synergizes with and restores Fludarabine, a cell permeable agent that interferes with DNA synthesis and repair, sensitivity in chronic lymphocytic leukemia cells irrespective of p53 activity and treatment resistances. -SCBT Publication Review
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