ERLOTINIB
Erlotinib is an EGFR inhibitor preventing tumor cell proliferation, used in lung and pancreatic cancer. Side effects include rash, diarrhea, and fatigue.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Erlotinib is a selective small‑molecule inhibitor of EGFR (ErbB1) tyrosine kinase. It binds the ATP‑binding site of EGFR, blocking autophosphorylation and downstream signalling across the RAS–RAF–MEK–ERK and PI3K–AKT pathways. It is particularly effective in EGFR‑activating mutation models.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in EGFR‑pathway research, kinase‑inhibition profiling, oncogene‑driven tumour modelling, and resistance‑mutation evolution assays.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include rash, diarrhea, hepatotoxicity, interstitial lung disease (rare) and photosensitivity. Handle with EGFR‑inhibitor precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C22H23N3O4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 393.4 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 183321-74-6 |
| Storage Condition | Store at 25 °C (77 °F); excursions permitted to 15 – 30 °C (59 – 86 °F). |
| Solubility | Very slightly soluble (hydrochloride salt – maximal solubility of approximately 0.4 mg/mL occurs at a pH of approximately 2) |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Erlotinib; 183321-74-6; N-(3-Ethynylphenyl)-6,7-bis(2-methoxyethoxy)quinazolin-4-amine; 4-Quinazolinamine, N-(3-ethynylphenyl)-6,7-bis(2-methoxyethoxy)-; erlotinibum |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | N-(3-ethynylphenyl)-6,7-bis(2-methoxyethoxy)quinazolin-4-amine |
| InChl Key | AAKJLRGGTJKAMG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C22H23N3O4/c1-4-16-6-5-7-17(12-16)25-22-18-13-20(28-10-8-26-2)21(29-11-9-27-3)14-19(18)23-15-24-22/h1,5-7,12-15H,8-11H2,2-3H3,(H,23,24,25) |
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