Synonyms: GRN-163 | GRN163 | Rytelo®
imetelstat is an approved drug (FDA (2024))
Compound class:
Nucleic acid
Comment: Imetelstat is a lipid (palmitoyl) conjugated thio-phosphoramidate oligonucleotide-based telomerase (TERT) inhibitor [1]. It binds competitively to the RNA template region of the enzyme and blocks its catalytic action and its interaction with telomeres [3]. It was developed for the treatment of myeloid hematologic malignancies.
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(3'-5')d(3'-amino-3'-deoxy-P-thio)(AGGGTTAGACAA) |
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