PKM2 inhibitor

PKM2 inhibitor G is a inhibitor of pyruvate kinase.

PKM2-IN-1 (compound 3k) exhibits inhibitory activity against PKM2 with an IC50 of 2.95 μM, while the IC50 for PKM1 is 4-5 times higher.

Cytarabine (Ara-C) is a nucleoside analog, an inhibitor of DNA synthesis (IC50=16 nM). Cytarabine inhibits DNA polymerase and induces cell cycle arrest, autophagy, and apoptosis. Cytarabine has antitumor activity.

Mitapivat (PKR-IN-1), also known as PKM2 activator 1020 is a PKM2 activator (pyruvate kinase activator) for the treatment of pyruvate kinase deficiency.

(+)-Shikonin (Anchusa acid) is a natural product, a TMEM16A chloride channel inhibitor (IC50=6.5 μM) and selective PKM2 inhibitor. (+)-Shikonin exhibits antitumor, anti-inflammatory and wound healing activities.

FX-11 (LDHA Inhibitor FX11) is A potent, selective and competitive specific inhibitor of lactate dehydrogenase A (LDHA) with a Ki of 8 μM. FX-11 can activate PKM2 (pyruvate kinase M2). FX-11 can reduce ATP levels, induce oxidative stress and ROS production, and cause cell death. FX-11 appeared antitumor activity during xenotransplantation of lymphoma and pancreatic cancer.

D34-919 is a potent inhibitor of the ALDH1A3-PKM2 interaction, effectively inhibiting the ALDH1A3-mediated tetramerization enhancement of PKM2. Treatment mediated by D34-919 both in vitro and in vivo enhances and restores apoptosis and sensitivity in glioblastoma (GBM) cells induced by radiochemotherapy.

PKM2-IN-8 (Compound 9b) is an inhibitor of pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) with an IC50 of 0.31 μM. It exhibits potent antiproliferative activity against U87MG glioma cells. PKM2-IN-8 induces early apoptosis and reduces lactate levels. This compound is useful for research in glioblastoma.

PKM2-IN-9 (compound C1) is a potent inhibitor of PKM2, demonstrating a 75% inhibition rate at 50 μM. It plays a significant role in cancer research.

PKM2 modulator 2 (compound C599) is a potent inhibitor of PKM2, displaying antiproliferative activity and inducing apoptosis. This compound holds potential for research in glioblastoma.

PKM2 modulator 1 (compound C998) is an effective PKM2 inhibitor with antiproliferative activity. It induces apoptosis and holds potential for research in glioblastoma studies.

PKM2-IN-10 is a PKM2 inhibitor. It effectively suppresses the proliferation of A549 and HCC1833 cell lines with IC50 values of 3.36 μM and 9.20 μM, respectively. PKM2-IN-10 demonstrates antitumor activity in human non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and mouse lung adenocarcinoma models. It is applicable for research in lung cancer.

PKM2-IN-11 is a PKM2 inhibitor with an IC50 value of 0.363 μM. It operates through dual mechanisms, inhibiting pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) and stabilizing microtubules. This compound reduces PKM2 protein levels in MCF-7 cells, slightly decreases reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, and significantly increases early apoptosis in cells. Additionally, PKM2-IN-11 induces G2/M phase arrest and is applicable in breast cancer research.

PKM2-IN-12 is an orally active PKM2 inhibitor with an IC50 of 10 nM. It effectively hinders the proliferation and migration of COLO-205 cells, induces cell cycle arrest, and triggers apoptosis (apoptosis). PKM2-IN-12 significantly reduces lactate, pyruvate, and ROS levels in cells. In mouse models, it not only directly targets cancer cells but also restores disrupted intestinal microecological balance. PKM2-IN-12 is useful for colorectal cancer research.

LIQ1 is a flavonoid derivative and a potent allosteric inhibitor of pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) with an IC50 of 0.39 μM and a Kd of 4.5 μM, targeting the Arg43 in the poly-arginine pocket. It demonstrates efficacy in an LPS-induced mouse endotoxemia model by preventing PKM2 nuclear translocation and inhibiting its interaction with HIF-1α, thus suppressing IL-1β transcription. LIQ1 is applicable in endotoxemia research.

PKM2-IN-13 is a selective inhibitor of PKM2 with an IC50 value of 55.13 μM. This compound demonstrates broad-spectrum anticancer activity while exhibiting low toxicity to normal cells. PKM2-IN-13 induces apoptosis by elevating reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels and activating Caspase-3/7. It interacts with pyruvate kinase M2 in vitro, inhibiting its glycolytic function. Additionally, PKM2-IN-13 has shown a good safety profile, with no significant adverse effects observed in in vivo experiments. It can be utilized in research studies involving oral squamous cell carcinoma, colon cancer, breast cancer, and melanoma.

Cynaroside (Luteolin 7-O-Glucoside) is a flavone, a flavonoid-like chemical compound. It has an anti-oxidant effect, inhibiting lipid and protein oxidation.

PKM2-IN-3 is a potent PKM2 kinase inhibitor, displaying an IC 50 value of 4.1 μM. The compound effectively suppresses PKM2-mediated glycolysis and NLRP3 activation, thereby exerting an anti-neuroinflammatory effect.

Alkannin is a potent and specific inhibitor of tumor-specific pyruvate kinase-M2 (PKM2) without affecting PKM1 or pyruvate kinase-L (PKL), making it a potential anticancer agent [1].

Fosfructose trisodium octahydrate is an intermediate in carbohydrate metabolism, participating in glycolysis and gluconeogenesis. It acts as an inhibitor of bacterial acetate kinase and an allosteric activator of PKM2, exhibiting neuroprotective effects.

DASA-58 is a specific and potent Pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) activator.

TEPP-46 (ML265) is an activator of pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) (AC50=92 nM), selective for PKM1, PKL and PKR. TEPP-46 has antitumor activity.

PKM2/PDK1-IN-1, a shikonin thioether derivative, serves as a dual inhibitor for PKM2/PDK1. This compound effectively inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis in NSCLC cells. It promotes intercellular ROS production and modulates apoptotic proteins, engaging in both mitochondrial and death receptor pathways [1].

Vitamin K5 (Synkamin), a photosensitizer and antimicrobial agent, serves as a specific PKM2 inhibitor, demonstrating IC 50 values of 28, 191, and 120 μM against PKM2, PKM1, and PKL, respectively. It induces apoptosis in colon 26 cells and is utilized in infection and cancer research. Additionally, Vitamin K5 finds application as a preservative in pharmaceuticals, foods, and beverages [1] [2] [3].