Ixabepilone
In the US, Ixabepilone (ixabepilone systemic) is a member of the drug class mitotic inhibitors and is used to treat Breast Cancer and Breast Cancer - Metastatic.
US matches:
Scheme
Rec.INN
ATC (Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification)
L01DC04
CAS registry number (Chemical Abstracts Service)
0219989-84-1
Chemical Formula
C27-H42-N2-O5-S
Molecular Weight
506
Therapeutic Categories
Antineoplastic agent: Cytotoxic antibacterial
Epothilon B analogue
Chemical Names
(1S,3S,7S,10R,11S,12S,16R)-7,11-dihydroxy-8,8,10,12,16-pentametyl-3-[(E)-1-metyl-2-(2-metyltiazol-4-yl)etenyl]-17-oxa-4-azabicyclo[14.1.0]heptadecan-5,9-dion (IUPAC)
(1S,3S,7S,10R,11S,12S,16R)-7,11-dihydroxy-8,8,10,12,16-pentametyl-3-[(1E)-1-(2-metyl-1,3-tiazol-4-yl)prop-1-en-2-yl]-17-oxa-4-azabicyclo[14.1.0]heptadecane-5,9-dione (WHO)
17-Oxa-4-azabicyclo[14.1.0]heptadecane-5,9-dione, 7,11-dihydroxy-8,8,10,12,16-pentametyl-3-[(1E)-1-metyl-2-(2-metyl-4-tiazolyl)etenyl]- (1S,3S,7S,10R,11S,12S,16R)- (USAN)
Foreign Names
- Ixabepilonum (Latin)
- Ixabepilon (German)
- Ixabépilone (French)
- Ixabepilona (Spanish)
Generic Names
- Ixabepilone (OS: USAN, JAN)
- Azaepothiolone B (IS)
- BMS 247550-01 (IS: Bristol-Myers)
- NSC-710428 (IS)
Brand Names
- Ixempra
Bristol Myers Squibb, Chile; Bristol-Myers Squibb, Switzerland; Bristol-Myers Squibb, Colombia; Bristol-Myers Squibb, Thailand; Bristol-Myers Squibb, Taiwan; Bristol-Myers Squibb, United States; Bristol-Myers Squibb, South Africa; Corden Pharma, Israel - Ixemprya
Bristol-Myers Squibb, Mexico
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| IUPAC | International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry |
| IS | Inofficial Synonym |
| JAN | Japanese Accepted Name |
| OS | Official Synonym |
| Rec.INN | Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization) |
| USAN | United States Adopted Name |
| WHO | World Health Organization |
Further information on drug naming conventions: International Nonproprietary Names.
Important Notice: The Drugs.com international database is in BETA release. This means it is still under development and may contain inaccuracies. It is not intended as a substitute for the expertise and judgement of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of any medication in any country is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Consult with your healthcare professional before taking any medication.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
