FK-3000 is a potent anti-tumor agent that inhibits the growth of carcinoma cells through apoptosis and induction cell cycle arrest. FK-3000 also exhibit antiviral effects against HSV-1 and HIV-1[1][2][3][4].
Furanodiene is a natural terpenoid isolated from Rhizoma Curcumae. Furanodiene plays anti-cancer effects through anti-angiogenesis and inducing ROS production, DNA strand breaks and apoptosis. Furanodiene suppresseed efflux transporter Pgp (P-glycoprotein) function and reduced Pgp protein level[1].
N6-Benzyladenosine is an adenosine receptor agonist, has a cytoactive activity. N6-Benzyladenosine arrests cell cycle at G0/G1 phase and induces cell apoptosis. N6-Benzyladenosine also exerts inhibitory effect on T. gondii adenosine kinase and glioma[1]-[5].
Moracin D is a flavonoid that can be isolated from Morus alba. Moracin D induces cell apoptosis and shows hypoglycemic, antiadipogenic, antifungal and antitumor effects. Moracin D can be used for fungal infection and breast cancer research[1][2][3].
Ginsenoside F4 (GF4), ginseng saponinis, isolated from notoginseng or red ginseng. Ginsenoside F4 (GF4) has inhibitory effect on human lymphocytoma JK cell by inducing its apoptosis[1].Ginsenoside F4 (GF4) inhibits matrix metalloproteinase 13 (MMP 13) expression in IL-1β-treated chondrocytes and blocks cartilage breakdown in rabbit cartilage tissue culture, shows therapeutic potential for preventing cartilage collagen matrix breakdown in diseased tissues[2].
SIRT7 inhibitor 97491, a potent SIRT7 inhibitor with an IC50 of 325 nM, reduces deacetylase activity of SIRT7 in a dose-dependent manner. SIRT7 inhibitor 97491 prevents tumor progression by increasing p53 stability through acetylation at K373/382. SIRT7 inhibitor 97491 promotes apoptosis through caspase pathway.[1].
Mcl-1 inhibitor 12 (Example 10) is a MCL-1 inhibitor (Ki: 0.22 nM). Mcl-1 inhibitor 12 can be used for the research of cancers[1].
UK-101 is a potent and selective immunoproteasome β1i (LMP2) inhibitor with an IC50 value of 104 nM, displays 144- and 10-fold selectivity over β1c (IC50=15 μM) and β5 subunit (IC50=1 μM), respectivey[1]. UK-101 induces cell apoptosis and can be used for the study of prostate cancer[2].
Tasisulam is a small molecule antitumor agent that inhibits mitotic progression and induces vascular normalization. Tasisulam induces apoptosis via the intrinsic pathway[1].
NCT-58 is a potent inhibitor of C-terminal HSP90. NCT-58 does not induce the heat shock response (HSR) due to its targeting of the C-terminal region and elicits anti-tumor activity via the simultaneous downregulation of HER family members as well as inhibition of Akt phosphorylation. NCT-58 kills Trastuzumab-resistant breast cancer stem-like cells. NCT-58 induces apoptosis in HER2-positive breast cancer cells[1].
NSC745885 an effective anti-tumor agent, shows selective toxicity against multiple cancer cell lines but not normal cells. NSC745885 is an effective down-regulator of EZH2 via proteasome-mediated degradation. NSC745885 provides possibilities for the study of advanced bladder and oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) cancers[1][2].
Mcl-1 inhibitor 17 is a Mcl-1 protein inhibitor. Mcl-1 inhibitor 17 can be used for the research of cancer and other diseases[1].
MMPSI is a potent and selective small molecule caspase 3 and caspase 7 inhibitor with an IC50 of 1.7 μM for human caspase-3. MMPSI can significantly reduce ischemia-reperfusion-induced infarct size in the isolated rabbit heart, and reduce apoptosis in both the ischemic myocardium and isolated cardiomyocytes. MMPSI can be used for researching cardioprotection[1].
(±)-Norcantharidin ((±)-NCTD) is a compound possessing anti-angiogenetic activity with potential use in anti-cancertherapy. (±)-Norcantharidin could prevent tumorigenesis by inhibiting cell proliferation, inducing apoptosis and the cell cycle arrest, and anti-angiogenic effects[1].
Adebrelimab (SHR-1316) is a humanized IgG4 monoclonal PD-L1 (PD-1/PD-L1) antibody. Adebrelimab has promising antitumor activity in solid tumors including extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer (SCLC)[1][2].
Griseofulvin(Gris-PEG; Grifulvin) is a spirocyclic fungal natural product used in treatment of fungal dermatophytes; Antifungal drug.
ENMD-1068 is a selective protease-activated receptor 2 (PAR2) antagonist. ENMD-1068 reduces hepatic stellate cell activation and collagen expression by inhibiting TGF-β1/Smad signaling. ENMD-1068 also inhibits the proliferation of endometrial cells and induces apoptosis of epithelial cells in the lesion. ENMD-1068 can be used in the study of endometriosis and liver fibrosis[1][2].
TAS-117 is a highly selective, non-ATP competitive pan-Akt inhibitor with IC50 of 4.8/1.6/44 nM for Akt1/Akt2/Akt3 respectively; shows minimal inhibitory activities against others kinases including PI3K, PDK1, and mTOR; inhibits Akt kinase activity but not p-Akt, blocks basal phosphorylation of Akt and downstream p-FKHR/FKHRL1; induces significant cytotoxicity in MM cells associated with inhibition of IL6 secretion; triggers apoptosis and autophagy, induces ER stress response, inhibits human MM cell growth in murine xenograft models. Solid Tumors Phase 1 Clinical
Wedelolactone, a natural product from Ecliptae herba, suppresses LPS-induced caspase-11 expression by directly inhibiting the IKK Complex[1]. Wedelolactone inhibits 5-lipoxygenase (5-Lox) (IC50~2.5 μM) activity by an oxygen radical scavenging mechanism. Wedelolactone induces caspase-dependent apoptosis in prostate cancer cells via downregulation of PKCε without inhibiting Akt[2]. Anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities[3].
p53 Activator 5 (compound 134A) is a potent p53 activator with a SC150 value of <0.05 mM. p53 Activator 5 can bind to mutant p53 and restore the ability of the p53 mutant to bind DNA. p53 Activator 5 shows anti-tumor activity[1].
Nigericin is an antibiotic derived from Streptomyces hygroscopicus that act as a K+/H+ ionophore, promoting K+/H+ exchange across mitochondrial membranes[1].Nigericin can be a NLRP3 activator that induces the release of IL-1β as a NALP3-dependent manner[2]. Nigericin triggers eryptosis, an effect paralleled by ROS formation, and in part due to induction of oxidative stress. Nigericin triggers apoptosis[3].
Meclizine D8 (Meclozine D8) is a deuterium labeled Meclizine. Meclizine is a histamine H1 receptor antagonist and has the potential to treat nausea and motion sickness. Meclizine is an agonist ligand for mouse constitutive androstane receptor (CAR) and an inverse agonist for Human CAR[1][2][3].
Amifostine trihydrate (WR2721 trihydrate) is a broad-spectrum cytoprotective agent and a radioprotector. Amifostine trihydrate selectively protects normal tissues from damage caused by radiation and chemotherapy. Amifostine trihydrate is potent hypoxia-inducible factor-α1 (HIF-α1) and p53 inducer. Amifostine trihydrate protects cells from damage by scavenging oxygen-derived free radicals. Amifostine trihydrate reduces renal toxicity and has antiangiogenic action[1][2][3][4].
C6-ceramide, a ceramide pathway activator, shows activity against a variety of cancer cell lines. C6-ceramide can be used as an adjuvant for chemotherapeutic agents, to enhance anti-tumor effects[1][2].
HDAC-IN-57 is an orally active inhibitor of histone deacetylases (HDAC), with IC50s of 2.07 nM, 4.71 nM, 2.4 nM and 107 nM for HDAC1, HDAC2, HDAC6, HDAC8, respectively. HDAC-IN-57 can inhibits LSD1, with IC50 of 1.34 μΜ. HDAC-IN-57 induces apoptosis, and has anti-tumor activity[1].
Tetracosane (ALKANE C24) is a natural product that can be found in Acrostichum aureum. Tetracosane hows cytotoxicity and induces Apoptosis. Tetracosane has the potential for the research of peptic ulcer[1].
justicidin A is a nature product that could be isolated form Justicia procumbens. justicidin A decreases the level of Ku70 leading to translocation of Bax from the cytosol to mitochondria to induce apoptosis. justicidin A can be used in research of cancer[1].
Epidermal growth factor (EGF) is the key regulatory factor in promoting cell survival. Epidermal growth factor (EGF) signaling pathways are related with apoptosis. Loss of Epidermal growth factor (EGF) leads to embryonic or perinatal lethality with abnormalities in multiple organs. Epidermal growth factor (EGF) can stimulate reactive oxygen species (ROS) production for a short period of time in cells. Epidermal growth factor (EGF) can be used to research development and cancer[1][2].
Chrysomycin A (Chr-A), an antibiotic, can be obtained from Streptomyces. Chrysomycin A exhibits antitumor and anti-tuberculous and MRSA activities. As for glioblastoma, Chrysomycin A inhibits the proliferation, migration, and invasion of cancer cells through the Akt/GSK-3β/β-catenin signaling pathway[1].
Tasisulam sodium (LY 573636 sodium) is a small molecule antitumor agent that inhibits mitotic progression and induces vascular normalization. Tasisulam sodium induces apoptosis via the intrinsic pathway[1].