Photosensitizer Agent REM-001

Preferred Label : Photosensitizer Agent REM-001;

NCIt synonyms : PDC REM-001; Photosensitizer REM-001; Light-activated Photodynamic Compound REM-001; Photosensitizing Agent REM-001;

NCIt definition : A second-generation photodynamic therapy (PDT)-based agent, with potential antineoplastic activity upon PDT. Upon administration, photosensitizer agent REM-001 specifically targets, binds to and is taken up by tumor cells. Upon exposure to light, REM-001 becomes activated locally and may induce apoptosis and destroy the tumor cells.;

Molecule name : REM-001; REM 001;

NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL1792764;

Details

Origin ID

C188119;

UMLS CUI

C5706455;

Semantic type(s)
- Organic Chemical [UMLS semantic type]
- Pharmacologic Substance [UMLS semantic type]
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- NCIt Antineoplastic Agent Terminology [NCIt concept]

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