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Quinamed Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Quinamed is a substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. It belongs to the families of drugs called topoisomerase inhibitors and intercalating agents.

Attribute Details
Trade Name Quinamed
Generic Amonafide
Amonafide Other Names Amonafide
Type
Formula C16H17N3O2
Weight Average: 283.3251
Monoisotopic: 283.132076803
Groups Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country
Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am
   

Uses

Investigated for use/treatment in breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and prostate cancer.

How Quinamed works

Quinamed is a DNA intercalating agent and inhibitor of topoisomerase II that has been extensively studied in patients with malignant solid tumors. Quinamed has also been studied in patients with AML.

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