Melphalan, 1 g

Melphalan is used across pharmaceutical, biochemical, and research settings. It belongs to the alkylating agents class of compounds, with a molecular formula of C17H20ClN4O3 and a molecular weight of 376.8 g/mol. This compound is a derivative of chlorambucil, featuring an ethylene bridge between the two nitrogen atoms. It is supplied as a 1 gram solid in this product, making it suitable for precise dosing in various applications. Melphalan is primarily utilized as an antineoplastic agent, targeting rapidly dividing cells in the treatment of multiple myeloma and certain types of leukemia. Additionally, it has been studied for potential use in the prevention of graft-versus-host disease following bone marrow transplantation.

• CAS Number: 148-82-3