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Cytarabine

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CAS Number

147-94-4

Synonyms

Ara-C;Cytosine arabinoside;Aracytidine

Description

A pyrimidine nucleoside analog that is used mainly in the treatment of leukemia, especially acute non-lymphoblastic leukemia. Cytarabine is an antimetabolite antineoplastic agent that inhibits the synthesis of DNA. Its actions are specific for the S phase of the cell cycle. It also has antiviral and immunosuppressant properties.

Molecular Weight

243.22

Molecular Formula

C9H13N3O5

SMILES

C1=CN(C(=O)N=C1N)C2C(C(C(O2)CO)O)O

EINECS

205-705-9

Appearance

Colorless crystals

pKa

4.22