Target type: molecularfunction
Binding to a phosphate ion. [GOC:jl]
Phosphate ion binding is a crucial molecular function that plays a fundamental role in various cellular processes. Phosphate ions, often referred to as inorganic phosphates (Pi), are essential for numerous biochemical reactions and structural integrity. The binding of phosphate ions to proteins and other biomolecules can have significant effects on their function and stability.
**Molecular Mechanisms of Phosphate Ion Binding:**
- **Electrostatic Interactions:** The negatively charged phosphate ion interacts with positively charged amino acid residues in proteins, primarily through electrostatic interactions. These interactions can be strong and specific, enabling the formation of stable complexes.
- **Hydrogen Bonding:** Phosphate ions can form hydrogen bonds with polar amino acid residues like serine, threonine, and tyrosine. These bonds contribute to the stability and specificity of the phosphate-binding site.
- **Hydrophobic Interactions:** In some cases, hydrophobic interactions can also contribute to phosphate ion binding, especially when the phosphate ion is buried within a protein's hydrophobic pocket.
**Biological Functions of Phosphate Ion Binding:**
- **Enzyme Regulation:** Phosphate ions are essential for regulating the activity of many enzymes. Phosphorylation, the addition of a phosphate group to a protein, is a common mechanism for activating or deactivating enzymes. Kinases, a family of enzymes, catalyze phosphorylation reactions, while phosphatases remove phosphate groups.
- **Signal Transduction:** Phosphate ion binding plays a critical role in signal transduction pathways. Signaling molecules, such as hormones and growth factors, often activate intracellular signaling cascades involving phosphorylation events.
- **DNA and RNA Metabolism:** Phosphate ions are integral components of DNA and RNA molecules, forming the backbone of these nucleic acids. The binding of phosphate ions to DNA and RNA is essential for their structure, stability, and function.
- **Metabolic Processes:** Phosphate ions participate in various metabolic pathways, including glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. These pathways generate ATP, the primary energy currency of cells.
- **Cellular Structure:** Phosphate ions contribute to the structural integrity of cells by forming part of the phospholipid bilayer, the primary component of cell membranes.
**Conclusion:**
Phosphate ion binding is a vital molecular function that underlies a wide range of cellular processes. Its ability to regulate enzyme activity, participate in signaling pathways, and contribute to the structure and function of biomolecules makes it essential for life. The diverse mechanisms of phosphate ion binding, including electrostatic interactions, hydrogen bonding, and hydrophobic interactions, ensure the specificity and efficiency of these interactions.'
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Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
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Neutral cholesterol ester hydrolase 1 | A neutral cholesterol ester hydrolase 1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q6PIU2] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Transcription factor p65 | A transcription factor p65 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Adenylosuccinate synthetase isozyme 2 | An adenylosuccinate synthetase isozyme 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P30520] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Purine nucleoside phosphorylase | A purine nucleoside phosphorylase that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P00491] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Ornithine transcarbamylase, mitochondrial | An ornithine transcarbamylase, mitochondrial that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P00480] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Sodium-dependent phosphate transport protein 2B | A sodium-dependent phosphate transport protein 2B that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:O95436] | Homo sapiens (human) |
cGMP-dependent 3',5'-cyclic phosphodiesterase | A cGMP-dependent 3,5-cyclic phosphodiesterase that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:O00408] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
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phosphoric acid | phosphoric acid : A phosphorus oxoacid that consists of one oxo and three hydroxy groups joined covalently to a central phosphorus atom. phosphoric acid: concise etchant is 37% H3PO4 | phosphoric acids | algal metabolite; fertilizer; human metabolite; NMR chemical shift reference compound; solvent |
diphosphoric acid | diphosphoric acid : An acyclic phosphorus acid anhydride obtained by condensation of two molecules of phosphoric acid. | acyclic phosphorus acid anhydride; phosphorus oxoacid | Escherichia coli metabolite |
my 5445 | MY 5445: potential platelet aggregation inhibitor | pyridazines; ring assembly | |
theophylline | dimethylxanthine | adenosine receptor antagonist; anti-asthmatic drug; anti-inflammatory agent; bronchodilator agent; drug metabolite; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; fungal metabolite; human blood serum metabolite; immunomodulator; muscle relaxant; vasodilator agent | |
cilostamide | cilostamide: selective inhibitor of cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase & platelet aggregation; structure | quinolines | |
dipyridamole | dipyridamole : A pyrimidopyrimidine that is 2,2',2'',2'''-(pyrimido[5,4-d]pyrimidine-2,6-diyldinitrilo)tetraethanol substituted by piperidin-1-yl groups at positions 4 and 8 respectively. A vasodilator agent, it inhibits the formation of blood clots. Dipyridamole: A phosphodiesterase inhibitor that blocks uptake and metabolism of adenosine by erythrocytes and vascular endothelial cells. Dipyridamole also potentiates the antiaggregating action of prostacyclin. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p752) | piperidines; pyrimidopyrimidine; tertiary amino compound; tetrol | adenosine phosphodiesterase inhibitor; EC 3.5.4.4 (adenosine deaminase) inhibitor; platelet aggregation inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine | 9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine: specific inhibitor of adenosine deaminase | ||
amrinone | amrinone : A 3,4'-bipyridine substituted at positions 5 and 6 by an amino group and a keto function respectively. A pyridine phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor, it is a drug that may improve the prognosis in patients with congestive heart failure. Amrinone: A positive inotropic cardiotonic (CARDIOTONIC AGENTS) with vasodilator properties, phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitory activity, and the ability to stimulate calcium ion influx into the cardiac cell. | bipyridines | EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor |
1-methyl-3-isobutylxanthine | 1-Methyl-3-isobutylxanthine: A potent cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterase inhibitor; due to this action, the compound increases cyclic AMP and cyclic GMP in tissue and thereby activates CYCLIC NUCLEOTIDE-REGULATED PROTEIN KINASES 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine : An oxopurine that is xanthine which is substituted at positions 1 and 3 by methyl and isobutyl groups, respectively. | 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine | |
beta-lapachone | beta-lapachone : A benzochromenone that is 3,4-dihydro-2H-benzo[h]chromene-5,6-dione substituted by geminal methyl groups at position 2. Isolated from Tabebuia avellanedae, it exhibits antineoplastic and anti-inflammatory activities. beta-lapachone: antineoplastic inhibitor of reverse transcriptase, DNA topoisomerase, and DNA polymerase | benzochromenone; orthoquinones | anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; plant metabolite |
2-(4-morpholinyl)-8-phenyl-4h-1-benzopyran-4-one | 2-(4-morpholinyl)-8-phenyl-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one: specific inhibitor of phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase; structure in first source | chromones; morpholines; organochlorine compound | autophagy inhibitor; EC 2.7.1.137 (phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase) inhibitor; geroprotector |
milrinone | bipyridines; nitrile; pyridone | cardiotonic drug; EC 3.1.4.17 (3',5'-cyclic-nucleotide phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; platelet aggregation inhibitor; vasodilator agent | |
papaverine | papaverine : A benzylisoquinoline alkaloid that is isoquinoline substituted by methoxy groups at positions 6 and 7 and a 3,4-dimethoxybenzyl group at position 1. It has been isolated from Papaver somniferum. Papaverine: An alkaloid found in opium but not closely related to the other opium alkaloids in its structure or pharmacological actions. It is a direct-acting smooth muscle relaxant used in the treatment of impotence and as a vasodilator, especially for cerebral vasodilation. The mechanism of its pharmacological actions is not clear, but it apparently can inhibit phosphodiesterases and it may have direct actions on calcium channels. | benzylisoquinoline alkaloid; dimethoxybenzene; isoquinolines | antispasmodic drug; vasodilator agent |
pentoxifylline | oxopurine | ||
phloretin | dihydrochalcones | antineoplastic agent; plant metabolite | |
proxyphylline | oxopurine | ||
pyrimethamine | Maloprim: contains above 2 cpds | aminopyrimidine; monochlorobenzenes | antimalarial; antiprotozoal drug; EC 1.5.1.3 (dihydrofolate reductase) inhibitor |
1,6-bis(cyclohexyloximinocarbonyl)hexane | 1,6-bis(cyclohexyloximinocarbonyl)hexane: selective inhibitor of canine platelet diglyceride lipase | carbamate ester; organonitrogen compound | |
4-(3-butoxy-4-methoxybenzyl)-2-imidazolidinone | 4-(3-Butoxy-4-methoxybenzyl)-2-imidazolidinone: Inhibitor of phosphodiesterases. | methoxybenzenes | |
rolipram | pyrrolidin-2-ones | antidepressant; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor | |
sanguinarine | benzophenanthridine alkaloid : A specific group of isoquinoline alkaloids that occur only in higher plants and are constituents mainly of the Papaveraceae family. | alkaloid antibiotic; benzophenanthridine alkaloid; botanical anti-fungal agent | |
sulmazole | sulmazole : An imidazopyridine that is 1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine which is substituted at position 2 by a 2-methoxy-4-(methylsulfinyl)phenyl group. An A1 adenosine receptor antagonist, it was formerly used as a cardiotonic agent. sulmazole: structure given in first source | imidazopyridine; sulfoxide | adenosine A1 receptor antagonist; cardiotonic drug; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor |
trequinsin | trequinsin: RN given refers to parent cpd; structure given in first source | pyridopyrimidine | |
zardaverine | zardaverine : A pyridazinone derivative in which pyridazin-3(2H)-one is substituted at C-6 with a 4-(difluoromethoxy)-3-methoxyphenyl group. It is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, selective for PDE3 and 4. zardaverine: structure given in first source | organofluorine compound; pyridazinone | anti-asthmatic drug; bronchodilator agent; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; peripheral nervous system drug |
gibberellic acid | gibberellic acid: RN given refers to (1alpha,2beta,4aalpha,4bbeta,10beta)-isomer; structure gibberellin A3 : A C19-gibberellin that is a pentacyclic diterpenoid responsible for promoting growth and elongation of cells in plants. Initially identified in Gibberella fujikuroi,it differs from gibberellin A1 in the presence of a double bond between C-3 and C-4. | C19-gibberellin; gibberellin monocarboxylic acid; lactone; organic heteropentacyclic compound | mouse metabolite; plant metabolite |
2-chloroadenosine | 5-chloroformycin A: structure given in first source | purine nucleoside | |
cycloguanil | cycloguanil : A triazine in which a 1,6-dihydro-1,3,5-triazine ring is substituted at N-1 by a 4-chlorophenyl group, at C-2 and -4 by amino groups and at C-6 by gem-dimethyl groups. A dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor, it is a metabolite of the antimalarial drug proguanil. cycloguanil: the active metabolite of proguanil; antifolate drug; structure in first source | triazines | antifolate; antiinfective agent; antimalarial; antiparasitic agent; antiprotozoal drug; EC 1.5.1.3 (dihydrofolate reductase) inhibitor |
oleanolic acid | hydroxy monocarboxylic acid; pentacyclic triterpenoid | plant metabolite | |
hadacidin | hadacidin : A monocarboxylic acid that is N-hydroxyglycine in which the hydrogen attached to the nitrogen is replaced by a formyl group. It was originally isolated from cultures of Penicillium frequentans. hadacidin: inhibitor of AMP synthesis; RN given refers to parent cpd; structure | aldehyde; monocarboxylic acid; N-hydroxy-alpha-amino-acid | antimicrobial agent; antineoplastic agent; Penicillium metabolite; teratogenic agent |
methylene diphosphonate | medronic acid : A 1,1-bis(phosphonic acid) consisting of methane substituted by two phosphonic acid groups. | 1,1-bis(phosphonic acid) | bone density conservation agent; chelator |
cladribine | organochlorine compound; purine 2'-deoxyribonucleoside | antineoplastic agent; immunosuppressive agent | |
helenalin | helenalin : A sesquiterpene lactone that is 3,3a,4,4a,7a,8,9,9a-octahydroazuleno[6,5-b]furan-2,5-dione substituted by a hydroxy group at position 4, methyl groups at positions 4a and 8 and a methylidene group at position 3 (the 3aS,4S,4aR,7aR,8R,9aR stereoisomer). helenalin: toxic principle of Helenium microcephalum (smallhead sneezeweed); structure NF-kappaB inhibitor : An inhibitor of NF-kappaB (nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells), a protein complex involved in the transcription of DNA. | cyclic ketone; gamma-lactone; organic heterotricyclic compound; secondary alcohol; sesquiterpene lactone | anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; metabolite; plant metabolite |
enoximone | Enoximone: A selective phosphodiesterase inhibitor with vasodilating and positive inotropic activity that does not cause changes in myocardial oxygen consumption. It is used in patients with CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE. | aromatic ketone | |
3-deazaguanine | 3-deazaguanine: structure | ||
imazodan | imazodan: RN & structure given in first source; | ||
adenosine | quinquefolan B: isolated from roots of Panax quinquefolium L.; RN not in Chemline 10/87; RN from Toxlit | adenosines; purines D-ribonucleoside | analgesic; anti-arrhythmia drug; fundamental metabolite; human metabolite; vasodilator agent |
ursolic acid | hydroxy monocarboxylic acid; pentacyclic triterpenoid | geroprotector; plant metabolite | |
betulinic acid | hydroxy monocarboxylic acid; pentacyclic triterpenoid | anti-HIV agent; anti-inflammatory agent; antimalarial; antineoplastic agent; EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor; plant metabolite | |
pyrrolidine dithiocarbamate | pyrrolidine dithiocarbamate : A member of the class of dithiocarbamic acids that is the N-dithiocarboxy derivative of pyrrolidine. pyrrolidine dithiocarbamic acid: spelled pyrolidine in J Nutr 1979 reference; RN given refers to parent cpd | dithiocarbamic acids; pyrrolidines | anticonvulsant; antineoplastic agent; geroprotector; neuroprotective agent; NF-kappaB inhibitor; radical scavenger |
bufrolin | bufrolin: inhibits the release of histamine; proposed for treatment of hay fever, asthma and skin allergies; minor descriptor (79-86); on line & INDEX MEDICUS search PHENANTHROLINES (79-86); RN given refers to parent cpd | ||
betulin | betulin : A pentacyclic triterpenoid that is lupane having a double bond at position 20(29) as well as 3beta-hydroxy and 28-hydroxymethyl substituents. betulin: isolated from various white birch bark (BETULA) | diol; pentacyclic triterpenoid | analgesic; anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; antiviral agent; metabolite |
dehydroleucodine | dehydroleucodine: has antimicrobial activity; RN given refers to (3aS-(3aalpha,9aalpha,9bbeta))-isomer | ||
altersolanol a | altersolanol A: isolated from fermentation product of fungus Alternaria porri(Ellis) Ciferri;RN given refers to (1R-(1alpha,2beta,3beta,4alpha))-isomer; structure given in first source | pentahydroxyanthraquinone | |
uvaol | uvaol: from Vauquelinia corymbosa (Rosaceae) | triterpenoid | metabolite |
Mexicanin I | sesquiterpene lactone | ||
loliolide | loliolide: RN given refers to (6S-cis)-isomer | benzofurans | metabolite |
erythrodiol | diol; pentacyclic triterpenoid; primary alcohol; secondary alcohol | plant metabolite | |
parthenolide | germacranolide | ||
tadalafil | benzodioxoles; pyrazinopyridoindole | EC 3.1.4.35 (3',5'-cyclic-GMP phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent | |
clofarabine | adenosines; organofluorine compound | antimetabolite; antineoplastic agent | |
gefitinib | aromatic ether; monochlorobenzenes; monofluorobenzenes; morpholines; quinazolines; secondary amino compound; tertiary amino compound | antineoplastic agent; epidermal growth factor receptor antagonist | |
tetrahydrocurcumin | tetrahydrocurcumin : A beta-diketone that is curcumin in which both of the double bonds have been reduced to single bonds. | beta-diketone; diarylheptanoid; polyphenol | metabolite |
3-deazaguanosine | 3-deazaguanosine: structure | ||
n(delta)-(phosphonoacetyl)-l-ornithine | |||
9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine | (2R,3S)-EHNA : EHNA of absolute configuration 2R,3S. Selective inhibitor of cGMP-stimulated phosphodiesterase (PDE2) (IC50 = 0.8 - 4 mM). Also a potent inhibitor of adenosine deaminase. | EHNA | EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; EC 3.5.4.4 (adenosine deaminase) inhibitor |
9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine | (2S,3R)-EHNA : EHNA of absolute configuration 2S,3R. | EHNA | |
cilomilast | methoxybenzenes | ||
rp 73401 | piclamilast : A monocarboxylic acid amide resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 3-(cyclopentyloxy)-4-methoxybenzoic acid with the primary amino group of 3,5-dichloropyridin-4-amine. piclamilast: an antiasthmatic agent and phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor; structure in first source | aromatic ether; benzamides; chloropyridine; monocarboxylic acid amide | anti-asthmatic drug; anti-inflammatory agent; bronchodilator agent; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor |
8-(4-benzenesulfonylamino)quinoline | 8-(4-benzenesulfonylamino)quinoline: has diabetogenic properties; structure given in first source | ||
withanolide d | withanolide D : A withanolide that is 5,6:22,26-diepoxyergosta-2,24-diene-1,26-dione substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 4 and 22 (the 4beta,5beta,6beta,22R stereoisomer). Isolated from Tubocapsicum anomalum and Withania somnifera, it exhibits cytotoxic activity. withanolide D: structure | 20-hydroxy steroid; 4-hydroxy steroid; delta-lactone; enone; epoxy steroid; ergostanoid; secondary alcohol; tertiary alcohol; withanolide | antineoplastic agent |
arnicolide d | arnicolide D: cytotoxic; from Centipeda minima L.; structure in first source | sesquiterpene lactone | |
santamarine | santamarin : A sesquiterpene lactone of the eudesmanolide group. santamarine: sesquiterpene derivative of costunolide | sesquiterpene lactone | |
withaferin a | withaferin A : A withanolide that is 5,6:22,26-diepoxyergosta-2,24-diene-1,26-dione substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 4 and 27 (the 4beta,5beta,6beta,22R stereoisomer). Isolated from Physalis longifolia, it exhibits cytotoxic activity. withaferin A: an antiestrogen and phytogenic antineoplastic agent isolated from leaves of Withania somnifera Dun.; structure | 27-hydroxy steroid; 4-hydroxy steroid; delta-lactone; enone; epoxy steroid; ergostanoid; primary alcohol; secondary alcohol; withanolide | antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer |
rocaglamide | rocaglamide : An organic heterotricyclic compound that is 2,3,3a,8b-tetrahydro-1H-benzo[b]cyclopenta[d]furan substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 1 and 8b, methoxy groups at positions 6 and 8, a 4-methoxyphenyl group at position 3a, a phenyl group at position 3 and a N,N-dimethylcarbamoyl group at position 1. Isolated from Aglaia odorata and Aglaia duperreana, it exhibits antineoplastic activity. rocaglamide: RN refers to (1alpha,2alpha,3beta,3abeta,8bbeta)-isomer; isolated from stems of Aglaia elliptifolia; structure given in first source | monocarboxylic acid amide; monomethoxybenzene; organic heterotricyclic compound | antileishmanial agent; antineoplastic agent; metabolite |
bortezomib | amino acid amide; L-phenylalanine derivative; pyrazines | antineoplastic agent; antiprotozoal drug; protease inhibitor; proteasome inhibitor | |
8-deoxygartanin | 8-deoxygartanin: a butyrylcholinesterase inhibitor; isolated from Garcinia mangostana; structure in first source | xanthones | |
aglafoline | aglafolin : A heterotricyclic compound based on a 2,3,3a,8b-tetrahydro-1H-benzo[b]cyclopenta[d]furan framework substituted by hydroxy groups at positions C-1 and C-8b, a methoxycarbonyl group at C-2, a phenyl group at C-3, a 4-methoxyphenyl group at C-3a and methoxy groups at C-6 and C-8. A platelet aggregation inhibitor found in Aglaia elliptifolia and Aglaia odorata. aglafoline: a platelet activating factor antagonist; structure given in first source; isolated from Aglaia elliptifolia | methyl ester; organic heterotricyclic compound | metabolite; platelet aggregation inhibitor |
rocaglaol | rocaglaol: a cytotoxic cyclopenta(b)benzofuran from the bark of Aglaia crassinervia; structure in first source | ||
tosylphenylalanyl chloromethyl ketone | N-tosyl-L-phenylalanyl chloromethyl ketone : The N-tosyl derivative of L-phenylalanyl chloromethyl ketone. Tosylphenylalanyl Chloromethyl Ketone: An inhibitor of Serine Endopeptidases. Acts as alkylating agent and is known to interfere with the translation process. | alpha-chloroketone; sulfonamide | alkylating agent; serine proteinase inhibitor |
11alpha,13-dihydrohelenalin | sesquiterpene lactone | ||
resveratrol | trans-resveratrol : A resveratrol in which the double bond has E configuration. | resveratrol | antioxidant; phytoalexin; plant metabolite; quorum sensing inhibitor; radical scavenger |
roflumilast | aromatic ether; benzamides; chloropyridine; cyclopropanes; organofluorine compound | anti-asthmatic drug; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor | |
isoliquiritigenin | chalcones | antineoplastic agent; biological pigment; EC 1.14.18.1 (tyrosinase) inhibitor; GABA modulator; geroprotector; metabolite; NMDA receptor antagonist | |
xanthohumol | xanthohumol : A member of the class of chalcones that is trans-chalcone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 4, 2' and 4', a methoxy group at position 6' and a prenyl group at position 3'. Isolated from Humulus lupulus, it induces apoptosis in human malignant glioblastoma cells. xanthohumol: from hop plant, Humulus lupulus | aromatic ether; chalcones; polyphenol | anti-HIV-1 agent; antineoplastic agent; antiviral agent; apoptosis inducer; EC 2.3.1.20 (diacylglycerol O-acyltransferase) inhibitor; metabolite |
5H-quinolino[8,7-c][1,2]benzothiazine 6,6-dioxide | benzothiazine | ||
parthenolide, (1ar-(1ar*,4e,7as*,10as*,10br*))-isomer | germacranolide | ||
4,5-dihydro-6-(4-(imidazol-1-yl)phenyl)-5-methyl-3(2h)-pyridazinone | 4,5-dihydro-6-(4-(imidazol-1-yl)phenyl)-5-methyl-3(2H)-pyridazinone: RN & structure given in first source | ||
orlistat | orlistat : A carboxylic ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of N-formyl-L-leucine with the hydroxy group of (3S,4S)-3-hexyl-4-[(2S)-2-hydroxytridecyl]oxetan-2-one. A pancreatic lipase inhibitor, it is used as an anti-obesity drug. Orlistat: A lactone derivative of LEUCINE that acts as a pancreatic lipase inhibitor to limit the absorption of dietary fat; it is used in the management of obesity. | beta-lactone; carboxylic ester; formamides; L-leucine derivative | anti-obesity agent; bacterial metabolite; EC 2.3.1.85 (fatty acid synthase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.1.3 (triacylglycerol lipase) inhibitor |
sideroxylin | sideroxylin : A monomethoxyflavone that is flavone substituted by a methoxy group at position 7, hydroxy groups at positions 5 and 4' and methyl groups at positions 6 and 8. It has been isolated from Hydrastis canadensis and Eucalyptus species. sideroxylin: from Hydrastis canadensis; structure in first source | dihydroxyflavone; monomethoxyflavone | plant metabolite |
scopoletin | hydroxycoumarin | plant growth regulator; plant metabolite | |
vomifoliol | (6S,9R)-vomifoliol : A (6S)-vomifoliol with a R configuration for the hydroxy group at position 9. blumenol A: a phytotoxin isolated from Oryza sativa Awaakamai; structure in first source vomifoliol : A fenchane monoterpenoid that is 3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one substituted by a hydroxy and a (1E)-3-hydroxybut-1-en-1-yl group at position 4. | (6S)-vomifoliol | metabolite; phytotoxin |
lipoxin a4 | lipoxin A4 : A C20 hydroxy fatty acid having (5S)-, (6R)- and (15S)-hydroxy groups as well as (7E)- (9E)-, (11Z)- and (13E)-double bonds. lipoxin A4: an antifibrolytic agent; structure given in first source; a role in ASPIRIN antiinflammatory activity | hydroxy polyunsaturated fatty acid; lipoxin; long-chain fatty acid | human metabolite; metabolite |
butein | chalcones; polyphenol | antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; EC 1.1.1.21 (aldehyde reductase) inhibitor; geroprotector; hypoglycemic agent; plant metabolite; radiosensitizing agent; tyrosine kinase inhibitor | |
costunolide | germacranolide; heterobicyclic compound | anthelminthic drug; antiinfective agent; antineoplastic agent; antiparasitic agent; antiviral drug; metabolite | |
molephantinin | molephantinin: germacranolide from Elephantopus mollis; RN given refers to (3aR-(3aR*,4S*(E),6E,9Z,11S*,11aS*))-isomer; structure in first source | germacranolide | |
gartanin | gartanin : A member of the class of xanthones that is 9H-xanthen-9-one substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 1, 3, 5 and 8 and prenyl groups at positions 2 and 4. | polyphenol; xanthones | antineoplastic agent; plant metabolite |
mangostin | alpha-mangostin : A member of the class of xanthones that is 9H-xanthene substituted by hydroxy group at positions 1, 3 and 6, a methoxy group at position 7, an oxo group at position 9 and prenyl groups at positions 2 and 8. Isolated from the stems of Cratoxylum cochinchinense, it exhibits antioxidant, antimicrobial and antitumour activities. mangostin: xanthone from rind of Garcinia mangostana Linn. fruit | aromatic ether; phenols; xanthones | antimicrobial agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; plant metabolite |
3,3',4-o-trimethylellagic acid | 3,7,8-tri-O-methylellagic acid: structure given in first source | tannin | |
4-hydroxychalcone | 4-hydroxychalcone : A member of the class of chalcones that is trans-chalcone substituted by a hydroxy group at position 4. 4-hydroxychalcone: structure in first source | chalcones; phenols | antihypertensive agent; plant metabolite |
ag 99 | tyrphostin A46: epidermal growth factor-urogastrone receptor antagonist | ||
bay 11-7082 | (E)-3-tosylacrylonitrile : A nitrile that is acrylonitrile in which the hydrogen located beta,trans to the cyano group is replaced by a tosyl group. It is an inhibitor of cytokine-induced IkappaB-alpha phosphorylation in cells. | nitrile; sulfone | apoptosis inducer; EC 2.7.11.10 (IkappaB kinase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.3.48 (protein-tyrosine-phosphatase) inhibitor; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; platelet aggregation inhibitor |
furanoheliangolide | furanoheliangolide: structure in first source | ||
1,3-dihydro-7,8-dimethyl-2h-imidazo(4,5-b)quinolin-2-one | 1,3-dihydro-7,8-dimethyl-2H-imidazo(4,5-b)quinolin-2-one: structure given in first source | ||
beta-Mangostin | xanthones | ||
9-Hydroxycalabaxanthone | xanthones | ||
flavokawain C | flavokawain C: antineoplastic from roots of Kava (Piper methysticum Forst); structure in first source | chalcones | |
rehmannic acid | rehmannic acid: toxic principle, triterpene acid from Lantana camara; RN given refers to (22beta-(Z))-isomer; structure | ||
3-o-methylbutein | 3-O-methylbutein: RN given refers to (E)-isomer; structure given in first source | chalcones | |
goniothalamin | goniothalamin: has antineoplastic activity; structure given in first source | ||
hylin | |||
N-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-ylmethyl)-6-chloro-4-quinazolinamine | quinazolines | ||
spc-839 | SPC-839: an inhibitor of activator protein 1; structure in first source | ||
fr 148083 | 5Z-7-oxozeaenol : A macrolide that is the 7-oxo derivative of zeaenol (the 5Z stereoisomer). Isolated from Fungi, it exhibits cytotoxic, antibacterial and inhibitory activity against NF-kappaB. | aromatic ether; macrolide; phenols; secondary alcohol; secondary alpha-hydroxy ketone | antibacterial agent; antineoplastic agent; metabolite; NF-kappaB inhibitor |
LL-Z1640-1 | macrolide; resorcinols | metabolite | |
sp 100030 | N-(3,5-bis(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-2-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)pyrimidine-5-carboxamide: transcription factor inhibitor specific to T-cells | ||
tirotundin | tirotundin: structure in first source | ||
cumambrin b | cumambrin B: RN given for (3aR-(3aalpha,4alpha,6alpha,6aalpha,9aalpha,9bbeta))-isomer; isolated from Chrysanthemum boreale; structure in first source | ||
chamissonolide | chamissonolide: structure given in first source | ||
Cycloartobiloxanthone | cycloartobiloxanthone: a flavonoid isolated from stem bark of Artocarpus gomezianus; has antineoplastic properties | pyranoxanthones | |
ol-135 | |||
galidesivir | |||
6-hydroxy-7-methoxychroman-2-carboxylic acid phenylamide | 6-hydroxy-7-methoxychroman-2-carboxylic acid phenylamide: structure in first souce | ||
crizotinib | crizotinib : A 3-[1-(2,6-dichloro-3-fluorophenyl)ethoxy]-5-[1-(piperidin-4-yl)pyrazol-4-yl]pyridin-2-amine that has R configuration at the chiral centre. The active enantiomer, it acts as a kinase inhibitor and is used for the treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) Crizotinib: A piperidine and aminopyridine derivative that acts as an inhibitor of RECEPTOR PROTEIN-TYROSINE KINASES, including ANAPLASTIC LYMPHOMA KINASE (ALK) and HEPATOCYTE GROWTH FACTOR RECEPTOR (HGFR; c-Met). It is used in the treatment of NON-SMALL CELL LUNG CANCER. | 3-[1-(2,6-dichloro-3-fluorophenyl)ethoxy]-5-[1-(piperidin-4-yl)pyrazol-4-yl]pyridin-2-amine | antineoplastic agent; biomarker; EC 2.7.10.1 (receptor protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor |
silvestrol | silvestrol : An organic heterotricyclic compound that consists of a 2,3,3a,8b-tetrahydro-H-benzo[b]cyclopenta[d]furan framework substituted by hydroxy groups at positions C-1 and C-8b, a methoxycarbonyl group at C-2, a phenyl group at C-3, a 4-methoxyphenyl group at C-3a, a methoxy group at C-8 and a 1,4-dioxan-2-yloxy group at position C-6 which in turn is substituted by a methoxy group at position 3 and a 1,2-dihydroxyethyl group at position 6. Isolated from Aglaia silvestris, it exhibits antineoplastic activity. silvestrol: isolated from the fruit and twig of Aglaia silvestris | dioxanes; ether; methyl ester; organic heterotricyclic compound | antineoplastic agent; metabolite |
(2R,3S)-EHNA hydrochloride | (2R,3S)-EHNA hydrochloride : A hydrochloride salt obtained by reaction of (2R,3S)-EHNA with one equivalent of hydrochloric acid. Selective inhibitor of cGMP-stimulated phosphodiesterase (PDE2) (IC50 = 0.8 - 4 mM). Also a potent inhibitor of adenosine deaminase. | hydrochloride | EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; EC 3.5.4.4 (adenosine deaminase) inhibitor |
2alpha,3beta-dihydroxy-20(29)-lupen-28-oic acid | 2alpha,3beta-dihydroxy-20(29)-lupen-28-oic acid : A pentacyclic triterpenoid that is betulinic acid carrying an additional alpha-hydroxy group at position 2. It has been isolated from Breynia fruticosa. alphitolic acid: from the aerial parts of Gouania longipetala; structure in first source | dihydroxy monocarboxylic acid; pentacyclic triterpenoid | plant metabolite |
lantadene b | lantadene B: RN given refers to the (22beta)-isomer; from Lantana camara | ||
pf 04217903 | quinolines | ||
achalensolide | achalensolide: structure in first source | ||
centratherin | centratherin: from Eremanthus eriopus (Asteraceae); structure in first source | ||
2,3-dihydro-3beta-O-sulfate withaferin A | 2,3-dihydro-3beta-O-sulfate withaferin A : A withanolide that is 2,3-dihydrowithaferin A substituted by a sulfoxy group at position 3. Isolated from Physalis longifolia, it exhibits antineoplastic activity. | 27-hydroxy steroid; 4-hydroxy steroid; delta-lactone; epoxy steroid; ergostanoid; primary alcohol; steroid sulfate; withanolide | antineoplastic agent; metabolite; plant metabolite |
an2728 | crisaborole : A member of the class of benzoxaboroles that is 5-hydroxy-1,3-dihydro-2,1-benzoxaborole in which the phenolic hydrogen has been replaced by a 4-cyanophenyl group. A phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor that is used for treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in children and adults. crisaborole: NSAID, Dermatologic Agent; structure in first source | aromatic ether; benzoxaborole; nitrile | antipsoriatic; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor |
chf6001 | tanimilast: a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
pf-06463922 | lorlatinib : A cyclic ether that is 16,17-dihydro-2H-8,4-(metheno)pyrazolo[4,3-h][2,5,11]benzoxadiazacyclotetradecin-15(10H)-one substituted by methyl groups at positions 2 and 10R, and by cyano, amino and fluoro groups at positions 3, 7 and 12 respectively. It is a small molecule inhibitor of ALK and ROS1 kinase developed by Pfizer for the treatment of ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer. lorlatinib: inhibits both anaplastic lymphoma kinase and c-ros oncogene 1 (ROS1) protein | aminopyridine; aromatic ether; azamacrocycle; benzamides; cyclic ether; monofluorobenzenes; nitrile; organic heterotetracyclic compound; pyrazoles | antineoplastic agent; EC 2.7.10.1 (receptor protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor |
acyclovir | acyclovir : An oxopurine that is guanine substituted by a (2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl substituent at position 9. Used in the treatment of viral infections. Acyclovir: A GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes. | 2-aminopurines; oxopurine | antimetabolite; antiviral drug |
guanosine monophosphate | guanosine 5'-monophosphate : A purine ribonucleoside 5'-monophosphate having guanine as the nucleobase. Guanosine Monophosphate: A guanine nucleotide containing one phosphate group esterified to the sugar moiety and found widely in nature. | guanosine 5'-phosphate; purine ribonucleoside 5'-monophosphate | biomarker; Escherichia coli metabolite; metabolite; mouse metabolite |
guanine | 2-aminopurines; oxopurine; purine nucleobase | algal metabolite; Escherichia coli metabolite; human metabolite; mouse metabolite; Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite | |
guanosine | ribonucleoside : Any nucleoside where the sugar component is D-ribose. | guanosines; purines D-ribonucleoside | fundamental metabolite |
inosine | inosines; purines D-ribonucleoside | Escherichia coli metabolite; human metabolite; mouse metabolite; Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite | |
sildenafil | sildenafil : A pyrazolo[4,3-d]pyrimidin-7-one having a methyl substituent at the 1-position, a propyl substituent at the 3-position and a 2-ethoxy-5-[(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)sulfonyl]phenyl group at the 5-position. | piperazines; pyrazolopyrimidine; sulfonamide | EC 3.1.4.35 (3',5'-cyclic-GMP phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
zaprinast | zaprinast: anaphylaxis inhibitor; structure | triazolopyrimidines | |
vardenafil | vardenafil : The sulfonamide resulting from formal condensation of the sulfo group of 4-ethoxy-3-(5-methyl-7-propylimidazo[5,1-f][1,2,4]triazin-4(1H)-one-2-yl)benzenesulfonic acid and the secondary amino group of 4-ethylpiperazine. | imidazotriazine; N-alkylpiperazine; N-sulfonylpiperazine | EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
8-amino-9-(2-thienylmethyl)guanine | |||
allopurinol riboside | allopurinol riboside : A nucleoside analogue that is allopurinol with a beta-D-ribofuranosyl moiety at the 1-position. | nucleoside analogue | metabolite |
8-amino-9-benzylguanine | 8-amino-9-benzylguanine: structure given in first source | ||
bl 4162a | anagrelide : A 1,5-dihydroimidazo[2,1-]quinazoline having an oxo substituent at the 2-position and chloro substituents at the 6- and 7-positions. anagrelide: imidazoquinazoline derivative which lowers platelet count probably by inhibiting thrombopoiesis and reduces platelet aggregation; used for thrombocythemia; structure in first source | imidazoquinazoline | anticoagulant; antifibrinolytic drug; cardiovascular drug; platelet aggregation inhibitor |
forodesine | forodesine: structure in first source | dihydroxypyrrolidine; pyrrolopyrimidine | |
peldesine | peldesine: potent inhibitor of human CCRF-CEM T-cell proliferation; structure given in first source | ||
ci 972 | CI 972: structure given in first source | ||
8-aminoguanine | |||
acyclovir monophosphate | |||
immucillin g | immucillin G: structure in first source | dihydroxypyrrolidine; pyrrolopyrimidine | |
ulodesine | ulodesine: a purine nucleoside phosphorylase inhibitor | ||
8-bromoguanosine | purine nucleoside | ||
hydrazinocurcumin | hydrazinocurcumin : A pyrazole obtained by cyclocodensation of the two carbonyl groups of curcumin with hydrazine. hydrazinocurcumin: structure in first source | aromatic ether; olefinic compound; polyphenol; pyrazoles | angiogenesis modulating agent; antineoplastic agent; EC 2.3.1.48 (histone acetyltransferase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.11.1 (non-specific serine/threonine protein kinase) inhibitor |
9-deaza-9-(3-thienylmethyl)guanine | |||
8-aminoguanosine | |||
bay 60-7550 |