63548-66-3 Usage
Chemical compound
1,3-bis(3-chlorobutyl)-1-nitrosourea
Purpose
Chemotherapy agent
Cancer types treated
Brain tumors, lymphoma, and various other types
Mechanism of action
Interferes with DNA synthesis of cancer cells
Classification
Alkylating agent
DNA interaction
Forms covalent bonds with DNA
Effect on cancer cells
Inhibits replication and function, leading to cell death
Side effects
Nausea, vomiting, bone marrow suppression, and decreased blood cell production
Administration
Strict medical supervision required
Usage
Typically reserved for patients unresponsive to other chemotherapy treatments
Toxic nature
Due to its toxicity, BCNU is used with caution and under medical guidance
Check Digit Verification of cas no
The CAS Registry Mumber 63548-66-3 includes 8 digits separated into 3 groups by hyphens. The first part of the number,starting from the left, has 5 digits, 6,3,5,4 and 8 respectively; the second part has 2 digits, 6 and 6 respectively.
Calculate Digit Verification of CAS Registry Number 63548-66:
(7*6)+(6*3)+(5*5)+(4*4)+(3*8)+(2*6)+(1*6)=143
143 % 10 = 3
So 63548-66-3 is a valid CAS Registry Number.
