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How does amsacrine affect DNA in cancer cells?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Amsacrine binds DNA through intercalation and external electrostatic forces and inhibits DNA synthesis, although its mechanism is not completely clarified and RNA may not be directly affected.

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Amsidine 75mg/1.5ml, concentrate and solvent for concentrate for solution for infusionEurocept International bv · emc · SmPC §5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties · Version 1Document updated 21 February 2022

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