Treosulfan

TreosulfanOncology
CAS: 299-75-2
MF: C6H14O8S2
MW: 278.3
Indications
Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation; Ovarian Cancer; Bone Marrow Failure Disorders; Hemoglobinopathies; Inborn Errors of Metabolism; Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases
Therapeutic Target
DNA 
Usage

A DNA alkylating agent. It is used as a myeloablative conditioning agent prior to allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Specification
>99%
Product Description

Overview

Treosulfan is a bifunctional alkylating prodrug belonging to the class of DNA alkylating agents. It is converted in vivo to cytotoxic epoxide derivatives that exert myeloablative effects through DNA cross-linking. As an alternative to busulfan, Treosulfan in combination with fludarabine provides a key myeloablative conditioning regimen for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Synonyms: TREOSULPHAN; 1,2,3,4-butanetetrol 1,4-dimethanesulfonate; (2S,3S)-1-O,4-O-Di(methylsulfonyl)-L-threitol; CB-2562; L-Dihydroxy-Busulfan; Leo 40067; NSC 39069; THREOSULFAN; Dihydroxybusulfan; L-threitol-1,4-dimethanesulfonate; Ovastat; NSC-39069; HSDB-6963; CB-40067; CB-2562; CCRIS-2781; treosulfanum; treosulfano

EINECS: 206-081-0

Product Categories: Alcohols; Alkanes; Antineoplastic Agents; GlycolsCytochrome P-450 CYP2C19 Inhibitors; Cytochrome P-450 CYP2C8 Substrates; API

Mol File: 299-75-2.mol

Physicochemical Properties

Melting point: 76-78°C

Storage temp: -20°C

Solubility: Acetone (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly)

Form: Solid

Color: Off-White to Pale Beige

Water Solubility: H2O: 5mg/mL, clear

Stability: Light Sensitive

MSDS Information

Experimental Data

1. Cell Experiment

DMSO : ≥ 100 mg/mL (359.32 mM)

H2O : 50 mg/mL (179.66 mM; Need ultrasonic)

* "≥" means soluble, but saturation unknown.

Need ultrasonic)

Preparing Stock Solutions:

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Please select an appropriate solvent for preparing the stock solution based on the product's solubility in different solvents. Once prepared, the solution should be aliquoted and stored to avoid product degradation caused by repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Storage conditions and duration: -80°C for 6 months; -20°C for 1 month. When stored at -80°C, use within 6 months; when stored at -20°C, use within 1 month.


2. Animal Experiment

Please select an appropriate dissolution protocol based on your experimental animals and route of administration. For the following protocols, first prepare a clear stock solution following the in vitro method, then add cosolvents sequentially:


To ensure experimental reliability, the clear stock solution can be appropriately stored according to storage conditions. For in vivo working solutions, it is recommended to prepare them fresh and use on the same day. The percentage indicated before each solvent represents its volume ratio in the final solution. If precipitation occurs during preparation, heating and/or ultrasonication can be used to aid dissolution.


Protocol 1

Add solvents in order: PBS

Solubility: 16.67 mg/mL (59.90 mM); Clear solution; Ultrasonic treatment required


Protocol 2

Add solvents in order: 10% DMSO → 40% PEG300 → 5% Tween-80 → 45% saline

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.98 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.98 mM, saturation unknown).

Example for 1 mL working solution: Add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 400 μL PEG300 and mix well. Add 50 μL Tween-80 to the mixture and mix thoroughly. Then add 450 μL saline to bring the volume to 1 mL.


Protocol 3

Add solvents in order: 10% DMSO → 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in saline)

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.98 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.98 mM, saturation unknown).

Example for 1 mL working solution: Add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL of 20% SBE-β-CD in saline and mix well.


Protocol 4

Add solvents in order: 10% DMSO → 90% corn oil

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.98 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.98 mM, saturation unknown). This method is not suitable for experiments lasting longer than two weeks.

Example for 1 mL working solution: Add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL corn oil and mix well.

Pharmacodynamics

Treosulfan showed hematopoietic stem cell depleting activity as well as immunosuppressive and antitumor activity in mouse models of leukemia. An increase in treosulfan exposure was associated with an increased incidence of infection-related death.

Mechanism Of Action

Treosulfan-specifically its active epoxide metabolites - function as a DNA alkylating agent, which is likely responsible for its cytotoxic activity. DNA alkylation involves the substitution of alkyl groups for hydrogen atoms on DNA, allowing for cross-linking within the DNA molecule resulting in cytotoxic, mutagenic, and carcinogenic effects.