Homoharringtonine NEW

Homoharringtonine (HHT)

Definition:
Homoharringtonine (HHT) is a natural cytotoxic alkaloid extracted from Cephalotaxus species. It is widely used as an anticancer agent, particularly in leukemia treatment.

Functions:

· Inhibits protein synthesis in cancer cells

· Induces apoptosis (programmed cell death)

· Suppresses tumor growth and proliferation

· Enhances chemotherapy effectiveness

Applications:

· Pharmaceuticals: Used in the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and other cancers

· Oncology Research: Studied for new cancer therapies and drug development

· Combination Therapies: Often used with other anticancer agents for improved efficacy