Drug reference
tlk286
Anticancer agent
Anticancer agent
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
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not curated
INTERACTIONS
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none in our sources
PREGNANCY
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not curated
Mechanism
TLK286 is a substrate for glutathione S-transferase (GST) that undergoes a β-elimination reaction, forming a glutathione conjugate and a nitrogen mustard. This nitrogen mustard is an active alkylating agent capable of alkylating cellular nucleophiles, resulting in cell killing and antitumor activity.
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Sources: Goodman & Gilman 14e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team