MedPath

Camptothecin

Generic Name
Camptothecin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C20H16N2O4
CAS Number
7689-03-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
XT3Z54Z28A

Overview

Camptothecin is an alkaloid isolated from the stem wood of the Chinese tree, Camptotheca acuminata. This compound selectively inhibits the nuclear enzyme DNA topoisomerase, type I. Several semisynthetic analogs of camptothecin have demonstrated antitumor activity.

Background

Camptothecin is an alkaloid isolated from the stem wood of the Chinese tree, Camptotheca acuminata. This compound selectively inhibits the nuclear enzyme DNA topoisomerase, type I. Several semisynthetic analogs of camptothecin have demonstrated antitumor activity.

Indication

Investigated for the treatment of cancer.

Associated Conditions

No associated conditions information available.

FDA Approved Products

Product Name
Manufacturer
Route
Strength
Approved
NDC Code

No FDA products found

No FDA products found for this drug

EMA Approved Products

Product Name
EMA Number
Auth. Holder
Country
Drug Type
Status
Issued
Opinion
Revision

No EMA products found

No EMA products found for this drug

HSA Approved Products

Product Name
Manufacturer
Dosage Form
Strength
Approved
Approval Number

No HSA products found

No HSA products found for this drug

NMPA Approved Products

Product Name
Approval Number
Manufacturer
Dosage Form
Trade Name
Strength
Type
Status
Date
Import
国药准字H10960135
软膏剂
N/A
10g:3mg;30g:9mg
Chemical Drug
Approved
2020/07/27
Domestic
国药准字H20054000
软膏剂
N/A
10g:3mg
Chemical Drug
Approved
2019/09/30
Domestic

PPB Approved Products

Product Name
Registration Code
Company
Category
Sale Type
Registration Date

No PPB products found

No PPB products found for this drug

TGA Approved Products

Product Name
ARTG ID
Sponsor
Status
Registration Date
Ingredient

No TGA products found

No TGA products found for this drug

© Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved by MedPath