Bioreductive anticancer agent. Selectively toxic to cells under hypoxic conditions. An antineoplastic.
Solubility:
DMSO, Methanol
Melting Point: 216-218C
Method for Determining Identity: Proton NMR Spectroscopic and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
TLC Conditions:
SiO2; Ethyl Acetate: Isopropanol; 85:15; Visualized with UV, naked eye and ninhydrin; Single spot; Rf=0.3
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.