Cat Number: PIPE-0769

Gefitinib

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CAS Number

184475-35-2

Synonyms

Iressa
ZD1839
Irressat

Description

Gefitinib (originally coded ZD1839) is a drug used in the treatment of certain types of cancer. Acting in a similar manner to erlotinib (marketed as Tarceva), gefitinib selectively targets the mutant proteins in malignant cells. It is marketed by AstraZeneca under the trade name Iressa.

Molecular Weight

446.9

Molecular Formula

C22H24ClFN4O3

EINECS

643-034-7

SMILES

COC1=C(C=C2C(=C1)N=CN=C2NC3=CC(=C(C=C3)F)Cl)OCCCN4CCOCC4

Appearance

White to Off-white Solid

Storage

Room temperature