Gemcitabine Hydrochloride

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Description

A unique deoxycytidine analogue with cytotoxic effects. Gemcitabine induces apoptosis and inhibition of DNA synthesis.

Specifications

Cas No.	122111-03-9
Product ID	G1745
Product Name	Gemcitabine Hydrochloride
Chemical Name	2'-deoxy-2',2'-difluorocytidine monohydrochloride ((beta)-isomer)
Synonym	Gemzar
Formula Wt.	299.66
Melting Point	287^oC-292^oC
Purity	≥98%
Solubility	Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in methanol.
Store Temp	Ambient
Ship Temp	Ambient
References	Chubb, S., Grindey, GB., Heinemann, V., Hertel, LW., Sen, A., Xu, YZ. Cancer Res. 52 (3): 533-539 (1992).