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Imexon

Generic Name
Imexon
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C4H5N3O
CAS Number
59643-91-3
Unique Ingredient Identifier
8F63U28T2V
Background

Imexon is currently being studied for the treatment of pancreatic, lung, breast, prostate, melanoma, and multiple myeloma cancers. It belongs to the family of drugs called cyanoaziridine derivatives. Also called Amplimexon. Imexon is a cyanoaziridine derivative.

Imexon is a thiol-binding small molecule which induces mitochondrial oxidation, a loss of membrane potential and cytochrome C, leading to apoptosis.

Indication

Investigated for use/treatment in melanoma, multiple myeloma, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, and solid tumors.

Associated Conditions
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Associated Therapies
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