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doxorubicine + cyclophosphamide sequential

Sanofi · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Doxorubicin is a topoisomerase II inhibitor that intercalates DNA, while cyclophosphamide is an alkylating agent that cross-links DNA.

Doxorubicin is a topoisomerase II inhibitor that intercalates DNA, while cyclophosphamide is an alkylating agent that cross-links DNA. Used for Breast cancer, Lymphoma.

At a glance

Generic namedoxorubicine + cyclophosphamide sequential
SponsorSanofi
Drug classanthracycline antibiotic + alkylating agent
Targettopoisomerase II
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Doxorubicin works by inhibiting the enzyme topoisomerase II, which is necessary for DNA replication and transcription. This leads to DNA damage and ultimately cell death. Cyclophosphamide, on the other hand, forms cross-links between DNA strands, which prevents DNA replication and transcription, leading to cell death.

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