RTA 744 Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more
RTA 744 is a novel anthracycline derivative that crosses the blood-brain barrier and shows significant potential for the treatment of primary and metastatic brain cancers. Anthracyclines are one of the most broadly used and effective classes of cancer therapies; however, they are not used to treat brain cancers because current therapies do not cross the blood-brain barrier.
| Trade Name | RTA 744 |
| Generic | RTA 744 |
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| Groups | Investigational |
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| Last Updated: | January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Uses
Investigated for use/treatment in brain cancer.
How RTA 744 works
RTA 744 is a substance being studied in the treatment of adult brain tumors. RTA 744 crosses the blood-brain barrier and blocks an enzyme needed for cancer growth. RTA 744 is a type of topoisomerase inhibitor. Also called topoisomerase II inhibitor RTA 744.
