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NUC-7738

Cat No.:V64540 Purity: ≥98%
NUC-7738 is an aryloxy phosphoramidate of 3'-deoxyadenosine and a 5'-aryloxy phosphoramidate prodrug of 3'-deoxyadenosine (3'-dA).
NUC-7738
NUC-7738 Chemical Structure CAS No.: 2348493-39-8
Product category: Others 12
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Product Description
NUC-7738 is an aryloxy phosphoramidate of 3'-deoxyadenosine and a 5'-aryloxy phosphoramidate prodrug of 3'-deoxyadenosine (3'-dA). NUC-7738 has potent cytotoxic activity against a panel of hematological cancer cell lines. NUC-7738 may be used in cancer research.
NUC-7738 (CAS 2348493-39-8) is a ProTide nucleoside analogue prodrug of 3′-deoxyadenosine (3′-dA). It is designed to improve cellular delivery and overcome resistance mechanisms in cancer cells. NUC-7738 has potent cytotoxic activity against a panel of hematological cancer cell lines. It can be used in research of cancer.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
NUC-7738 is a 5′-aryloxy phosphoramidate prodrug of 3′-deoxyadenosine (3′-dA). Upon cellular uptake, it is metabolized to the active nucleotide, which inhibits key enzymes involved in DNA replication and repair, disrupting the growth and survival of cancer cells. It targets hematological cancer cells.
ln Vitro
NUC-7738 (compound 7a) exhibited cytotoxic and anticancer effects on leukocyte lineage cells with an LC50 value of less than 30 μM. It was tested against CCRF-CEM, HL-60, KG-1, MOLT-4, K562, MV4-11, THP-1, HEL92, NCI-H929, RPMI-8226, Jurkat, Z138, RL, HS445, HepG2, MCF-7, Bx-PC-3, HT29, MIA PaCa-2, and SW620 cells. NUC-7738 (1 μM) exhibits a t1/2 value of 48.1 min, indicating high stability in human hepatocytes[1]. With no change in plasma concentration for up to 4 hours, NUC-7738 is more stable in human plasma than the parent nucleoside [1].
In vitro, NUC-7738 has potent cytotoxic activity against a panel of hematological cancer cell lines. It exhibited cytotoxic and anticancer effects on leukocyte lineage cells with an LC50 value of less than 30 µM. It is more stable in human plasma compared to the parent nucleoside, with plasma concentrations unchanged for up to 4 hours.
ln Vivo
NUC-7738 has demonstrated cytotoxic activity in preclinical cancer models. As a ProTide prodrug, it is designed to selectively accumulate in tumor cells, enhancing its therapeutic efficacy while minimizing damage to normal tissues. It can be used in cancer research.
Enzyme Assay
In vitro assays for NUC-7738 typically involve cell viability assays. A standard protocol involves culturing hematological cancer cell lines in 96-well plates and treating them with varying concentrations of NUC-7738 (typically 0.1-100 µM) for 48-72 hours. Cell viability is assessed using MTT or CellTiter-Glo assays. LC50 values are calculated from dose-response curves.
Cell Assay
In vitro cell culture experiments with NUC-7738 typically involve hematological cancer cell lines. Cells are cultured in appropriate media and treated with the compound at concentrations ranging from 0.1-100 µM for 48-72 hours. Cell viability, apoptosis, and cell cycle are measured.
Animal Protocol
In vivo animal studies with NUC-7738 are conducted in xenograft models of hematological malignancies. A typical protocol involves administering the compound intravenously or orally to tumor-bearing mice at doses ranging from 1-50 mg/kg. Tumor volume and survival are monitored.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetic properties of NUC-7738 are characterized by its stability in human plasma, where it remains unchanged for up to 4 hours. As a ProTide prodrug, it is designed to improve cellular delivery.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
NUC-7738 is a research compound and has not been evaluated for toxicity in humans. Standard laboratory safety precautions should be followed when handling this compound, including the use of gloves and safety glasses.
References
[1]. Serpi M, et, al. Synthesis and Characterization of NUC-7738, an Aryloxy Phosphoramidate of 3'-Deoxyadenosine, as a Potential Anticancer Agent. J Med Chem. 2022 Dec 8;65(23):15789-15804.
Additional Infomation
Fosdesdenosine Sipalabenamide is a phosphoramide derivative of cordycepin (3'-deoxyadenosine; 3'-dA) monophosphate. Cordycepin is an adenosine derivative, originally isolated from Cordyceps sinensis, and possesses potential antitumor, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities. After passive diffusion into cells, Fosdesdenosine Sipalabenamide converts cordycepin monophosphate (3'-dAMP) into its active anticancer metabolite, 3'-deoxyadenosine triphosphate (3'-dATP). 3'-dATP, as a ribonucleoside analog, competes with ATP during transcription. Therefore, this drug inhibits RNA synthesis, suppresses cell proliferation, and induces apoptosis. Furthermore, 3'-dAMP activates AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) and reduces the activity of the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway. This prevents the hyperphosphorylation of the translation repressor protein 4E-BP1, thereby inducing tumor cell apoptosis and inhibiting tumor cell proliferation. mTOR is a serine/threonine kinase belonging to the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)-associated kinase (PIKK) family. It plays a crucial role in the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway, which regulates cell growth and proliferation, and its expression or activity is frequently aberrant in human cancers. Compared to cordycepin alone, the addition of a phosphoramide group may overcome cancer resistance and enhance cytotoxicity because noradrenaline phosphate cipalafenamide does not require nucleoside transporters for cellular uptake, is independent of enzymatic activation by adenosine kinase (AK), and is not easily degraded by adenosine deaminase (ADA). In conclusion, this may contribute to overcoming cancer resistance to cordycepin.
NUC-7738 is a ProTide nucleoside analogue prodrug of 3′-deoxyadenosine with potent cytotoxic activity against hematological cancer cell lines. It can be used in cancer research. It has not undergone clinical trials and is not approved as a pharmaceutical.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C26H29N6O7P
Molecular Weight
568.518226385117
Exact Mass
568.183
CAS #
2348493-39-8
PubChem CID
166177279
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
LogP
1.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
3
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
12
Rotatable Bond Count
12
Heavy Atom Count
40
Complexity
877
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
4
SMILES
C[C@@H](C(=O)OCC1=CC=CC=C1)NP(=O)(OC[C@@H]2C[C@H]([C@@H](O2)N3C=NC4=C(N=CN=C43)N)O)OC5=CC=CC=C5
InChi Key
UDLWWGQHMQIYCV-LKKHFEEPSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C26H29N6O7P/c1-17(26(34)36-13-18-8-4-2-5-9-18)31-40(35,39-19-10-6-3-7-11-19)37-14-20-12-21(33)25(38-20)32-16-30-22-23(27)28-15-29-24(22)32/h2-11,15-17,20-21,25,33H,12-14H2,1H3,(H,31,35)(H2,27,28,29)/t17-,20-,21+,25+,40?/m0/s1
Chemical Name
benzyl (2S)-2-[[[(2S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-4-hydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methoxy-phenoxyphosphoryl]amino]propanoate
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

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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: 100 mg/mL (175.90 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (4.40 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 40% PEG300 + 5% Tween80 + 45% Saline (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 400 μL PEG300 and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 to the above solution and mix evenly; then add 450 μL normal saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH₂ O to obtain a clear solution.

Solubility in Formulation 2: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (4.40 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% Corn Oil (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 1.7590 mL 8.7948 mL 17.5895 mL
5 mM 0.3518 mL 1.7590 mL 3.5179 mL
10 mM 0.1759 mL 0.8795 mL 1.7590 mL

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Clinical Trial Information
Title:A Safety, Pharmacokinetic and Clinical Activity Study of NUC-7738 in Patients With Advanced Solid Tumours and Lymphoma
Status:Recruiting
updateDate:2026-01-12
Ctid:NCT03829254

Link: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03829254

Conditions:Advanced Cancer|Lymphoma|Solid Tumor|Melanoma
Interventions:Pembrolizumab
Phase:Phase 1/Phase 2
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