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DPBQ

Cat No.:V29569 Purity: ≥98%
DPBQ activates p53 and triggers apoptosis in a polyploid-specific manner but does not inhibit topoisomerases or bind DNA.
DPBQ
DPBQ Chemical Structure CAS No.: 7029-89-2
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Product Description
DPBQ activates p53 and triggers apoptosis in a polyploid-specific manner but does not inhibit topoisomerases or bind DNA. DPBQ causes expression and phosphorylation of p53, an effect unique to tetraploid cells.
DPBQ (CAS 7029-89-2), also known as 2,3-Diphenylbenzo[g]quinoxaline-5,10-dione, is a potent apoptosis inducer that is specific for high-ploidy cells. With a molecular formula of C₂₄H₁₄N₂O₂ and a molecular weight of 362.38 g/mol, it is a p53 activator. DPBQ activates p53 and triggers apoptosis in a polyploid-specific manner, but it does not inhibit topoisomerase or bind DNA. It elicits expression and phosphorylation of p53, and this effect is specific to tetraploid cells. The loss of TP53 can restore the proliferation of tetraploid cells in the presence of DPBQ. The compound is also utilized in organic synthesis as a reagent and catalyst.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
DPBQ targets the p53 tumor suppressor protein, a key regulator of the cell cycle and apoptosis. It induces the expression and phosphorylation of p53. This activation of p53 leads to the initiation of apoptosis, specifically in high-ploidy (tetraploid) cells. The compound does not appear to act by inhibiting topoisomerase or by binding directly to DNA. This unique mechanism of action, targeting polyploid cells, is of interest in cancer research, as polyploidy is a feature of many cancer cells.
ln Vitro
DPBQ promotes apoptosis and cell death and has a selective effect on 4N cells. DPBQ stimulates the production and phosphorylation of p53, an effect unique to tetraploid cells. Knockdown of TP53 restored the proliferation of tetraploid cells in the presence of DPBQ [1].
In vitro, DPBQ induces apoptosis and death in a manner that specifically affects 4N (tetraploid) cells. It induces the expression and phosphorylation of p53, and this effect is specific to tetraploid cells. In the absence of TP53, tetraploid cells can proliferate even in the presence of DPBQ. This demonstrates that the compound's activity is dependent on p53. Its activity is assessed by measuring p53 levels, apoptosis markers, and cell viability in cell lines with different ploidy levels.
ln Vivo
In vivo, DPBQ's potential as an anticancer agent is of interest. By selectively inducing apoptosis in polyploid cancer cells, it could be a valuable tool for targeting this specific cell population. However, in vivo studies are limited, and the compound is primarily used in research settings.
Enzyme Assay
In vitro non-cell enzyme/receptor binding assays for DPBQ are not applicable, as it does not act on a specific enzyme in a cell-free system. Its activity is assessed in cell-based assays. The compound does not inhibit topoisomerase or bind DNA.
Cell Assay
In vitro cell-based assays for DPBQ use cell lines with different ploidy levels (e.g., diploid vs. tetraploid). Cells are treated with the compound, and the levels of p53 and phosphorylated p53 are measured by Western blotting. Apoptosis is assessed by measuring caspase activity, Annexin V staining, or DNA fragmentation. Cell viability is measured using MTT or similar assays. The compound's specificity for high-ploidy cells is a key feature of these studies.
Animal Protocol
In vivo animal studies for DPBQ are limited. Xenograft models using tetraploid cancer cells could be used to study its antitumor efficacy. The compound would be administered, and its effects on tumor growth and p53 activation would be assessed. However, specific in vivo data are not available in the provided search results.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
DPBQ has a molecular weight of 362.38 g/mol and a molecular formula of C₂₄H₁₄N₂O₂. It has a purity of ≥95%. It is a solid. It is soluble in DMSO. The compound should be stored under appropriate conditions, typically at -20°C. Its stability in solution is not well reported.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
The toxicity profile of DPBQ is not extensively detailed. As a p53 activator and apoptosis inducer, it has the potential to cause significant biological effects. It is classified as a research compound and is not intended for human therapeutic use. Standard laboratory safety precautions should be followed when handling the compound.
References

[1]. Identification of Selective Lead Compounds for Treatment of High-Ploidy Breast Cancer. Mol Cancer Ther. 2016;15(1):48-59.

Additional Infomation
DPBQ is a potent apoptosis inducer specific for high-ploidy cells and a p53 activator. It does not inhibit topoisomerase or bind DNA. It is used in cancer research to study the role of p53 and polyploidy. It is not approved for clinical use and is intended for research purposes only.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C24H14N2O2
Molecular Weight
362.38
Exact Mass
362.105
CAS #
7029-89-2
PubChem CID
364074
Appearance
Light yellow to green yellow solid powder
LogP
4.7
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
4
Rotatable Bond Count
2
Heavy Atom Count
28
Complexity
541
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
SMILES
O=C(C1=CC=CC=C12)C3=C(N=C(C4=CC=CC=C4)C(C5=CC=CC=C5)=N3)C2=O
InChi Key
BDDRJIAFKGWLMD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C24H14N2O2/c27-23-17-13-7-8-14-18(17)24(28)22-21(23)25-19(15-9-3-1-4-10-15)20(26-22)16-11-5-2-6-12-16/h1-14H
Chemical Name
2,3-diphenylbenzo[g]quinoxaline-5,10-dione
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

Shipping Condition
Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
DMSO : ~2.94 mg/mL (~8.11 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Note: Listed below are some common formulations that may be used to formulate products with low water solubility (e.g. < 1 mg/mL), you may test these formulations using a minute amount of products to avoid loss of samples.

Injection Formulations
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Injection Formulation 1: DMSO : Tween 80: Saline = 10 : 5 : 85 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO stock solution 50 μL Tween 80 850 μL Saline)
*Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH ₂ O to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 2: DMSO : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 3: DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL Corn oil)
Example: Take the Injection Formulation 3 (DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90) as an example, if 1 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can take 100 μL 25 mg/mL DMSO stock solution and add to 900 μL corn oil, mix well to obtain a clear or suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Injection Formulation 4: DMSO : 20% SBE-β-CD in saline = 10 : 90 [i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL (20% SBE-β-CD in saline)]
*Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C,1 week): Dissolve 2 g SBE-β-CD in 10 mL saline to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 5: 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin : Saline = 50 : 50 (i.e. 500 μL 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin 500 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 6: DMSO : PEG300 : castor oil : Saline = 5 : 10 : 20 : 65 (i.e. 50 μL DMSO 100 μLPEG300 200 μL castor oil 650 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 7: Ethanol : Cremophor : Saline = 10: 10 : 80 (i.e. 100 μL Ethanol 100 μL Cremophor 800 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 8: Dissolve in Cremophor/Ethanol (50 : 50), then diluted by Saline
Injection Formulation 9: EtOH : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 900 μL Corn oil)
Injection Formulation 10: EtOH : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)


Oral Formulations
Oral Formulation 1: Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na (carboxymethylcellulose sodium)
Oral Formulation 2: Suspend in 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Example: Take the Oral Formulation 1 (Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na) as an example, if 100 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can first prepare 0.5% CMC Na solution by measuring 0.5 g CMC Na and dissolve it in 100 mL ddH2O to obtain a clear solution; then add 250 mg of the product to 100 mL 0.5% CMC Na solution, to make the suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Oral Formulation 3: Dissolved in PEG400
Oral Formulation 4: Suspend in 0.2% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 5: Dissolve in 0.25% Tween 80 and 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 6: Mixing with food powders


Note: Please be aware that the above formulations are for reference only. InvivoChem strongly recommends customers to read literature methods/protocols carefully before determining which formulation you should use for in vivo studies, as different compounds have different solubility properties and have to be formulated differently.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 2.7595 mL 13.7977 mL 27.5953 mL
5 mM 0.5519 mL 2.7595 mL 5.5191 mL
10 mM 0.2760 mL 1.3798 mL 2.7595 mL

*Note: Please select an appropriate solvent for the preparation of stock solution based on your experiment needs. For most products, DMSO can be used for preparing stock solutions (e.g. 5 mM, 10 mM, or 20 mM concentration); some products with high aqueous solubility may be dissolved in water directly. Solubility information is available at the above Solubility Data section. Once the stock solution is prepared, aliquot it to routine usage volumes and store at -20°C or -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles.

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Method for preparing DMSO stock solution mg drug pre-dissolved in μL DMSO (stock solution concentration mg/mL). Please contact us first if the concentration exceeds the DMSO solubility of the batch of drug.

Method for preparing in vivo formulation:Take μL DMSO stock solution, next add μL PEG300, mix and clarify, next addμL Tween 80, mix and clarify, next add μL ddH2O,mix and clarify.

(1) Please be sure that the solution is clear before the addition of next solvent. Dissolution methods like vortex, ultrasound or warming and heat may be used to aid dissolving.
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