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liposomal NDDP
A synthetic liposomal formulation of bis-neodecanoate diaminocyclohexane platinum (NDDP), a third-generation platinum complex analogue of cisplatin, with potential antineoplastic activity. After displacement of the 2 long-chain aliphatic leaving groups (neodecanoic acid), platinum diaminocyclohexane (DACH) complexes become highly reactive and alkylate macromolecules, forming both inter- and intra-strand DNA crosslinks and inhibiting DNA synthesis, which results in tumor cell cytotoxicity. Because DNA mismatch-repair (MMR) complexes do not recognize DACH–platinum adducts, DNA repair mechanisms are inhibited, overcoming limitations observed with other platinum-based agents. In addition, the liposomal encapsulation improves the bioavailability of NDDP and reduces its toxicity profile. Check for active clinical trials or closed clinical trials using this agent. (NCI Thesaurus)

Synonym:liposomal neodecanoic acid platinum complex
US brand name:Aroplatin
Abbreviation:L-NDDP
Chemical structure name:liposome-entrapped cis-bis-neodecanoate-trans-R,R-1,2-diaminocyclohexane platinum (II)



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