antimetabolite and an antineoplastic agent. Gemcitabine inhibits DNA synthesis and repair, resulting in autophagyand apoptosis [1] [2].
In Vitro, Stable heavy isotopes of hydrogen, carbon, and other elements have been incorporated into drug molecules, largely as tracers for quantitation during the drug development process. Deuteration has gained attention because of its potential to affect the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profiles of drugs.
References:
[1]. Wang H, et al. Enhanced efficacy of Gemcitabine by indole-3-carbinol in pancreatic cell lines: the role of human equilibrativenucleoside transporter 1. Anticancer Res. 2011 Oct;31(10):3171-80.
[2]. Gagnadoux F, et al. Safety of pulmonary administration of gemcitabine in rats. J Aerosol Med. 2005 Summer;18(2):198-206.
In Vitro, Stable heavy isotopes of hydrogen, carbon, and other elements have been incorporated into drug molecules, largely as tracers for quantitation during the drug development process. Deuteration has gained attention because of its potential to affect the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profiles of drugs.
References:
[1]. Wang H, et al. Enhanced efficacy of Gemcitabine by indole-3-carbinol in pancreatic cell lines: the role of human equilibrativenucleoside transporter 1. Anticancer Res. 2011 Oct;31(10):3171-80.
[2]. Gagnadoux F, et al. Safety of pulmonary administration of gemcitabine in rats. J Aerosol Med. 2005 Summer;18(2):198-206.