Axitinib is a multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor with IC50s of 0.1, 0.2, 0.1-0.3, 1.6 nM for VEGFR1, VEGFR2, VEGFR3 and PDGFRβ, respectively.
IC50 & Target[1]
VEGFR1
0.1 nM (IC50)
VEGFR2
0.2 nM (IC50)
VEGFR3
0.1 nM (IC50)
PDGFRβ
1.6 nM (IC50)
In Vitro
Axitinib (AG-013736) is a potent and selective inhibitor of VEGFR 1 to 3. In transfected or endogenous RTK-expressing cells, Axitinib potently blocks growth factor-stimulated phosphorylation of VEGFR-2 and VEGFR-3 with average IC50 values of 0.2 and 0.1 to 0.3 nM, respectively. Cellular activity against VEGFR-1 is 1.2 nM (measured in the presence of 2.3% bovine serum albumin), equivalent to an absolute IC50 of ~0.1 nM, based on protein binding of Axitinib. The potency against murine VEGFR-2 (Flk-1) in Flk-1-transfected NIH-3T3 cells is 0.18 nM, similar to that of its human homologue. Axitinib shows ~8- to 25-fold higher IC50 against the closely related type III and V family RTKs, including PDGFR-β (1.6 nM), KIT (1.7 nM), and PDGFR-α (5 nM); nanomolar concentrations of Axitinib blocks PDGF BB-mediated human glioma U87MG cell (PDGFR-β-positive) migration but not proliferation[2].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
Axitinib Related Antibodies
In Vivo
A single oral dose of Axitinib (100 mg/kg) markedly suppresses murine VEGFR-2 phosphorylation for up to 7 h compared with control tumors. Axitinib rapidly inhibits VEGF-induced vascular permeability in the skin of mice; the inhibition is dose-dependent and directly correlated with drug concentration in mice. Pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic analysis indicate an unbound EC50 of 0.46 nM. Similar inhibitory effects are also shown in the skin of MV522 tumor-bearing mice without exogenous VEGF-A stimulation. Axitinib inhibits the growth of human xenograft tumors in mice. Axitinib produces dose-dependent growth delay regardless of initial tumor size, model type, or implant site[2].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
Storage
Powder
-20°C
3 years
4°C
2 years
In solvent
-80°C
2 years
-20°C
1 year
Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro:
DMSO : 20.83 mg/mL (53.90 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
Preparing Stock Solutions
ConcentrationSolventMass
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
1 mM
2.5875 mL
12.9376 mL
25.8752 mL
5 mM
0.5175 mL
2.5875 mL
5.1750 mL
10 mM
0.2588 mL
1.2938 mL
2.5875 mL
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*Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day. The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μLDMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
Protocol 2
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: 2.08 mg/mL (5.38 mM); Suspended solution; Need ultrasonic
This protocol yields a suspended solution of 2.08 mg/mL. Suspended solution can be used for oral and intraperitoneal injection.
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μLDMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
Protocol 3
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% Corn Oil
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown). If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μLDMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 900 μLCorn oil, and mix evenly.
For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly.
It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time. The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution.
If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation,
heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
Protocol 1
Add each solvent one by one: 20% HP-β-CD/10 mM Citrate pH 2.0
Solubility: 8.33 mg/mL (21.55 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic and adjust pH to 3 with H2O
In Vivo Dissolution Calculator
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Method for preparing in vivo working solution for animal experiments: Take
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Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution
If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
[1]. Fenton BM, et al. The addition of AG-013736 to rractionated radiation improves tumor response without functionally normalizing the tumor vasculature. Cancer Res. 2007 Oct 15;67(20):9921-8.
[Content Brief]
[2]. Hu-Lowe DD, et al. Nonclinical antiangiogenesis and antitumor activities of axitinib (AG-013736), an oral, potent, and selective inhibitor of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor tyrosine kinases 1, 2, 3. Clin Cancer Res. 2008 Nov 15;14(22):7272-83
[Content Brief]
[3]. Allen E, et al. Metabolic Symbiosis Enables Adaptive Resistance to Anti-angiogenic Therapy that Is Dependent on mTOR Signaling. Cell Rep. 2016 May 10;15(6):1144-60.
[Content Brief]
Cell Assay
[2]
Endothelial or tumor cells are starved for 18 h in the presence of either 1% FBS (HUVEC) or 0.1% FBS (tumor cells). Axitinib is added and cells are incubated for 45 min at 37°C in the presence of 1 mM Na3VO4. The appropriate growth factor is added to the cells, and after 5 min, cells are rinsed with cold PBS and lysed in the lysis buffer and a protease inhibitor cocktail. The lysates are incubated with immunoprecipitation antibodies for the intended proteins overnight at 4°C. Antibody complexes are conjugated to protein A beads and supernatants are separated by SDS-PAGE[2].
MCE has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
Animal Administration
[2]
Mice and Rats[2] Mice with M24met xenograft tumors (400-600 mm3) are administered with a single dose of Axitinib or the control (0.5% carboxymethylcellulose/H2O). Blood and tumor tissue samples are collected for pharmacokinetic and VEGFR-2 measurements. Total protein concentrations in tumor tissues are determined using the Bradford colorimetric assay. Six-day-old Sprague-Dawley rats are given two i.p. injections of Axitinib (30 mg/kg ). Animals are sacrificed, retinas are collected and lysed, and immunoprecipitation/immunoblotting experiments are done. ECL-Plus is used for detection and densitometry analysis is done using the Alpha Imager 8800.
MCE has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
References
[1]. Fenton BM, et al. The addition of AG-013736 to rractionated radiation improves tumor response without functionally normalizing the tumor vasculature. Cancer Res. 2007 Oct 15;67(20):9921-8.
[Content Brief]
[2]. Hu-Lowe DD, et al. Nonclinical antiangiogenesis and antitumor activities of axitinib (AG-013736), an oral, potent, and selective inhibitor of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor tyrosine kinases 1, 2, 3. Clin Cancer Res. 2008 Nov 15;14(22):7272-83
[Content Brief]
[3]. Allen E, et al. Metabolic Symbiosis Enables Adaptive Resistance to Anti-angiogenic Therapy that Is Dependent on mTOR Signaling. Cell Rep. 2016 May 10;15(6):1144-60.
[Content Brief]
[1]. Fenton BM, et al. The addition of AG-013736 to rractionated radiation improves tumor response without functionally normalizing the tumor vasculature. Cancer Res. 2007 Oct 15;67(20):9921-8.
[2]. Hu-Lowe DD, et al. Nonclinical antiangiogenesis and antitumor activities of axitinib (AG-013736), an oral, potent, and selective inhibitor of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor tyrosine kinases 1, 2, 3. Clin Cancer Res. 2008 Nov 15;14(22):7272-83
[3]. Allen E, et al. Metabolic Symbiosis Enables Adaptive Resistance to Anti-angiogenic Therapy that Is Dependent on mTOR Signaling. Cell Rep. 2016 May 10;15(6):1144-60.
Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table
*Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
Optional Solvent
ConcentrationSolventMass
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
DMSO
1 mM
2.5875 mL
12.9376 mL
25.8752 mL
64.6881 mL
5 mM
0.5175 mL
2.5875 mL
5.1750 mL
12.9376 mL
10 mM
0.2588 mL
1.2938 mL
2.5875 mL
6.4688 mL
15 mM
0.1725 mL
0.8625 mL
1.7250 mL
4.3125 mL
20 mM
0.1294 mL
0.6469 mL
1.2938 mL
3.2344 mL
25 mM
0.1035 mL
0.5175 mL
1.0350 mL
2.5875 mL
30 mM
0.0863 mL
0.4313 mL
0.8625 mL
2.1563 mL
40 mM
0.0647 mL
0.3234 mL
0.6469 mL
1.6172 mL
50 mM
0.0518 mL
0.2588 mL
0.5175 mL
1.2938 mL
Axitinib Related Classifications
Protein Tyrosine Kinase/RTK
VEGFRPDGFR
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