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HCV Polymerase Inhibitor
VCH-759 is a non-nucleoside inhibitor of HCV RNA-dependent polymerase with sub-micromolar IC50 values versus genotype 1a/1b replicons.- Hassan GS, .et al. , Eur J Med Chem, 2019, Oct 1;184:111747 PMID: 31604164
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RNA polymerase inhibitor
BMH-21 is a potent small molecule DNA intercalator. BMH-21 binds ribosomal DNA and inhibits RNA polymerase I (Pol I) transcription.- Kreeti Kajal, Elham Rastegari, .et al. , EMBO Reports, 2026, 27: 1870-1903 PMID: 41663759
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RNA polymerase inhibitor
Rifabutin is a bactericidal antibiotic drug primarily used in the treatment of tuberculosis. Its effect is based on blocking the DNA-dependent RNA-polymerase of the bacteria.- Matt D Johansen, .et al. , Antimicrob Agents Chemother, 2020, Aug 17;AAC.00363-20 PMID: 32816730
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RNA polymerase inhibitor
Antibiotic; inhibits bacterial RNA polymerase. Prototypical activator of the pregnane X receptor (PXR).- Meikle V, .et al. , Antimicrob Agents Chemother, 2018, Nov 12. pii: AAC.01846-18 PMID: 30420480
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viral RNA polymerase inhibitor
T-705, a substituted pyrazine compound, has been found to exhibit potent anti-influenza virus activity in vitro and in vivo.
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- Actinomycin D is a metabolite isolated from Streptomyces parvulus that binds to the GpC steps of DNA. The compound acts as an antibiotic and is more effective against gram-positive bacteria than gram negative bacteria.
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- Fludarabine or fludarabine phosphate (Fludara) is a chemotherapy drug used in the treatment of hematological malignancies (cancers of blood cells such as leukemias and lymphomas) .Fludarabine inhibits DNA synthesis by interfering with ribonucleotide reductase and DNA polymerase. It is active against both dividing and resting cells.
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HIV reverse transcriptase inhibitor
Tenofovir is in a class of medications called nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). It works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood. -
polymerase inhibitor
ERDRP-0519 is an orally available inhibitor of polymerase that shows efficacy against a lethal morbillivirus infection in a large animal model. -
Guanosine 5′-triphosphate (GTP), a purine trinucleotide, is a substrate for RNA polymerases and a wide range of GTPase including G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR) GTPases and cell signaling and cycling associated guanine nucleotide exhange factors (GEF).
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DNA Stain
7-Aminoactinomycin D (7-AAD) is a cell-impermeant fluorescent DNA stain that primarily targets and binds to GC-rich regions of DNA. This compound is often utilized in flow cytometry and fluorescence microscopy to assess cell viability and apoptosis. Additionally, 7-AAD exhibits antibacterial properties, expanding its utility in various biological research applications. -
DNA polymerase theta (Polθ) inhibitor
RP-6685 is a potent, selective, and orally active inhibitor of DNA polymerase theta (Polθ), with an IC50 of 5.8 nM as measured by the PicoGreen assay. It exhibits significant antitumor efficacy in mouse xenograft models. Additionally, RP-6685 contains an alkyne functional group, making it a useful click chemistry reagent capable of undergoing copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) with azide-containing molecules, enabling its application in chemical biology and drug discovery research. -
Polθ DNA polymerase inhibitor
ART899 is a highly specific allosteric inhibitor of the DNA polymerase domain of polymerase theta (Polθ). It effectively enhances the radiosensitivity of tumor cells and demonstrates good tolerability when combined with fractionated radiation therapy. ART899 significantly reduces tumor growth compared to radiation alone, making it a promising candidate for combination cancer radiotherapy strategies. -
DNA polymerase inhibitor
Aphidicolin is a tetracyclic diterpenoid antibiotic produced by the mold Cephalosporium aphidicola, known for its potent and selective inhibition of DNA polymerase α and δ. By interfering with these polymerases, Aphidicolin blocks DNA synthesis and prevents mitotic cell division, making it a valuable tool for studying cell cycle regulation and DNA replication. In addition to its antiproliferative properties, Aphidicolin inhibits viral DNA synthesis and demonstrates antiviral activity against herpes simplex virus and orthopoxviruses. It also enhances apoptosis induced by arabinosyl nucleosides in human promyelocytic leukemia cells, suggesting potential in combination therapies for cancer and viral infections. Aphidicolin is widely used in research involving DNA replication stress, antiviral mechanisms, and cell cycle synchronization. -
RNA Polymerase Inhibitor
MRL-436 is an RNA polymerase inhibitor that exhibits significant antibacterial activity against Rifampicin-resistant strains. Its mechanism of action involves targeting residue 622 of the RNA polymerase β' subunit and the RNAP ω subunit. This compound is particularly valuable for research involving antibiotic resistance and the study of bacterial transcription mechanisms. -
RNA-dependent RNA-polymerases Inhibitor
GS-443902 trisodium is a potent inhibitor of RNA-dependent RNA polymerases (RdRp), specifically targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) RdRp with IC50 values of 1.1 μM and 5 μM, respectively. As the active triphosphate metabolite of Remdesivir (GS-5734), this compound is essential for research focused on viral replication mechanisms and the development of antiviral therapies. Its ability to effectively inhibit RdRp activity makes it a valuable tool for studies in virology and drug discovery. -
RNA Polymerase II/III Inhibitor
β-Amanitin is a cyclic peptide toxin that specifically targets and inhibits RNA Polymerase II and III, crucial enzymes in eukaryotic transcription. By obstructing these polymerases, β-Amanitin effectively halts protein synthesis, making it a valuable reagent in research focused on gene expression and transcription regulation. Additionally, its ability to induce cytotoxicity positions β-Amanitin as a potential component in antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for targeted therapeutic applications. -
DNA Polymerase Substrate
2'-Deoxyadenosine-5'-triphosphate trisodium is a critical substrate for DNA polymerase, facilitating DNA synthesis and replication processes. It serves as a vital component in molecular biology research, particularly in studies related to genetic immunodeficiency disorders, such as adenosine deaminase deficiency and purine nucleotide phosphorylase deficiency. This nucleotide is essential for in vitro applications involving DNA amplification and manipulation. -
RSV Polymerase Inhibitor
JNJ-8003 is a highly potent, orally active non-nucleoside inhibitor of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) polymerase, exhibiting an IC50 of 0.29 nM. It specifically targets the L protein of the polymerase complex, effectively blocking the transcription and replication of the viral genome by inhibiting RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp) activity, with an IC50 of 0.67 nM. In vitro studies demonstrate subnanomolar efficacy, and it has shown significant effectiveness in mouse and neonatal lamb models. JNJ-8003 is a valuable reagent for investigating RSV biology and developing antiviral therapies. -
DNA Polymerase β Inhibitor
Prunasin is a specific inhibitor of DNA Polymerase β, showing an IC50 value of 98 μM in rat models. As an orally active cyanogenic glucoside and a principal metabolite of Amygdalin, Prunasin exhibits notable anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic properties. This compound is valuable for research into conditions such as liver fibrosis, facilitating investigations into therapeutic strategies targeting DNA repair and fibrotic processes. -
Thermostable DNA Polymerase
Taq DNA polymerase is a thermostable DNA polymerase that plays a crucial role in polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification. Its inherent heat resistance allows for the efficient synthesis of DNA at elevated temperatures, making it ideal for applications requiring robust amplification of nucleic acids. Taq DNA polymerase is widely utilized in molecular biology research, including cloning, gene expression analysis, and genetic fingerprinting, due to its high fidelity and activity. -
DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
3,4-Dihydroxybenzylamine hydrobromide is a DNA polymerase inhibitor that exhibits cytotoxic effects in melanoma cells. This compound demonstrates significant growth inhibitory activity across various melanoma cell lines, with efficacy correlated to the levels of tyrosinase activity. Its unique mechanism makes it a valuable tool for investigating cellular processes related to DNA replication and repair in cancer research. -
DNA Polymerases Sustrate
5-Propargylamino-dCTP is a substrate for DNA polymerases, enabling the synthesis of labeled nucleic acids. This reagent facilitates conjugation to molecular markers, enhancing applications in nucleic acid labeling and sequencing analysis. Featuring an alkyne group, 5-Propargylamino-dCTP is suitable for click chemistry, allowing for copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAc) with azide-containing molecules. -
T7 RNA Polymerase
T7 RNA polymerase is a highly specific enzyme derived from the T7 bacteriophage, facilitating in vitro transcription (IVT) of mRNA in research applications. This enzyme utilizes single-stranded or double-stranded DNA templates containing the T7 promoter sequence in the presence of Mg2+, catalyzing the synthesis of RNA complementary to the DNA downstream of the promoter. Its precise activity makes T7 RNA polymerase an essential tool for RNA synthesis in molecular biology and genetic studies. -
Viral DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
Foscarnet trisodium hexahydrate is a viral DNA polymerase inhibitor that reversibly suppresses viral replication. It is primarily utilized as an antiherpesvirus agent, demonstrating efficacy in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis. This compound is valuable for researchers studying viral infections and developing antiviral therapies. -
Poly(A) polymerase Inhibitor
2'-Deoxyadenosine 5'-diphosphate disodium (dADP disodium) acts as an inhibitor of bacterial poly(A) polymerase. This compound is particularly useful in the synthesis of deoxyadenosine oligonucleotides when utilized with Escherichia coli polynucleotide phosphorylase and other related enzymes. Its role in inhibiting poly(A) polymerase makes it valuable for studies in RNA metabolism and gene regulation research. -
DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
ddATP trisodium solution (100 mM) serves as a chain-elongating inhibitor of DNA polymerase. As an active metabolite of 2',3'-dideoxyinosine, it is primarily utilized in the Sanger method for DNA sequencing. Additionally, this reagent is valuable for studying viral infections and other applications in molecular biology research. -
DENV Polymerase Inhibitor
NITD-2 is a selective inhibitor of dengue virus (DENV) polymerase, specifically targeting the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp) to impede RNA elongation. This compound exhibits potent antiviral activity against DENV, making it a valuable tool for research focused on understanding dengue virus replication and developing therapeutic strategies. Its limited ability to penetrate cell membranes can be an important consideration for in vitro experimental design. -
DNA Polymerase α Inhibitor
NSC639828 is a potent inhibitor of DNA polymerase α, exhibiting an IC50 of 70 μM. This compound demonstrates significant antitumor activity, making it a valuable tool for cancer research. NSC639828 can be utilized to investigate the role of DNA polymerase α in tumorigenesis and to explore potential therapeutic strategies in cancer treatment. -
DNA Polymerase Inhibtior
3′-Deoxythymidine, also known as 2′,3′-dideoxythymidine, serves as a potent inhibitor of eukaryotic cellular and viral DNA polymerases. This nucleoside analog demonstrates significant antiviral activity, particularly against retroviruses, making it a valuable tool in the study of viral replication and infection mechanisms. Its application extends to research targeting antiviral therapies and understanding the biochemical pathways of DNA synthesis. -
DNA Polymerase Substrate
7-Deaza-2'-deoxyadenosine is a structural analog of 2'-deoxyadenosine that serves as a substrate for various DNA polymerases. Its unique chemical properties facilitate incorporation into DNA strands, enabling site-specific labeling through a bioorthogonal inverse electron demand Diels-Alder reaction with tetrazine-modified molecules. This reagent has shown to influence DNA curvature and reduce the stability of DNA/RNA double helices, with implications for decreasing antisense activity against SV40 T Antigen. 7-Deaza-2'-deoxyadenosine is particularly useful in the study of cancers related to SV40 T Antigen. -
DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
Acyclovir triphosphate sodium is a potent inhibitor of viral DNA polymerase, functioning as a competitive analogue of deoxyguanosine triphosphate (dGTP). This compound also exhibits inhibitory activity against HIV-1 reverse transcriptase, leading to the termination of viral DNA synthesis. Acyclovir triphosphate sodium is valuable for research applications in virology and the study of antiviral mechanisms. -
DNA Polymerase Substrate
2'-Deoxyadenosine-5'-triphosphate (dATP) serves as a critical substrate for DNA polymerase during DNA synthesis and replication. This nucleotide plays a vital role in the formation of DNA molecules by providing the necessary building blocks for polymerization. dATP is essential for various molecular biology applications, including DNA amplification, sequencing, and cloning, making it a valuable reagent for biochemical and genetic research. -
RNA Polymerase I Transcription Inhibitor
BMH-22 is a selective inhibitor of RNA polymerase I transcription, functioning independently of p53 pathways. This benzonaphthyridin compound induces reorganization of nucleolar marker proteins, indicative of nucleolar segregation, and destabilizes RPA194 through a proteasome-dependent mechanism. Additionally, BMH-22 effectively inhibits the synthesis of nascent rRNA and the expression of the 45S rRNA precursor. Its potent anticancer properties make it a valuable tool for studying cancer biology and RNA transcription regulation in various tumor models. -
RNA Polymerase Inhibitor
MMV688845 is an RNA polymerase inhibitor targeting nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) with demonstrated bactericidal activity against Mycobacterium abscessus. This compound exhibits potential anti-tuberculosis efficacy, making it a valuable tool for research in tackling mycobacterial infections. Its selective mechanism positions MMV688845 as a promising candidate for further exploration in antimicrobial studies and drug development. -
NS5B Polymerase/RdRp Inhibitor
Lomibuvir is a selective non-nucleoside inhibitor of the NS5B RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp) associated with Hepatitis C Virus (HCV). It targets the thumb pocket 2 of the NS5B polymerase with a binding affinity (Kd) of 17 nM and effectively inhibits HCV replication, demonstrated by an EC50 value of 5.2 nM in the 1b/Con1 subgenomic replicon model. Lomibuvir primarily interferes with the elongation phase of RNA synthesis, making it a valuable tool for studying HCV replication mechanisms and developing antiviral therapies. -
RNA Polymerases Inhibitor
3'-Deoxyuridine-5'-triphosphate (3'-dUTP) is a nucleotide analogue that serves as an inhibitor of DNA-dependent RNA polymerases I and II. It competitively inhibits the incorporation of UTP into RNA, demonstrating potent biological activity with a Ki value of 2.0 μM. This compound is valuable for research applications involving transcription regulation and the study of RNA synthesis mechanisms. -
DNA Polymerase
Pfu DNA Polymerase is a thermostable DNA polymerase sourced from Pyrococcus furiosus, known for its high fidelity during DNA amplification. This enzyme is essential for polymerase chain reaction (PCR) applications, particularly in generating accurate and reliable DNA products. Its robustness at elevated temperatures makes it ideal for amplifying complex templates and minimizing errors in nucleotide incorporation. -
Poly (ADP-ribose) Polymerase Inhibitor
8-NH2-ATP is an inhibitor of poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP), acting as a critical tool in research on cell apoptosis. This compound is derived from 8-NH2-Ado and exhibits potent effects by inducing apoptotic cleavage of PARP, making it useful for studying mechanisms of cell death, DNA repair, and cancer therapeutics. Its applications extend to exploring PARP's role in various biological pathways and assessing the therapeutic potential of PARP inhibition in disease models. -
T4 DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
3'-Fluorothymidine-5'-triphosphate tetrasodium is a competitive inhibitor of T4 DNA polymerase, functioning as an analog of dTTP. By inhibiting T4 DNA polymerases, including wild-type, L98, and CB121 variants, it effectively disrupts DNA synthesis processes. This compound is valuable for research applications involving DNA replication studies and exploration of polymerase inhibition mechanisms. -
DNA polymerase θ Inhibitor
RTx-303 is a selective inhibitor of DNA polymerase θ (Polθ), with an IC50 value of 5.1 nM. This compound demonstrates potent cellular activity and enhances the efficacy of PARP inhibitors in BRCA1/2 mutant cells and patient-derived xenograft models. RTx-303 is utilized in research focused on BRCA2-mutated breast cancer, providing valuable insights into therapeutic strategies targeting DNA repair mechanisms. -
HCV Polymerase Inhibitor
Dasabuvir sodium is a non-nucleoside inhibitor of hepatitis C virus (HCV) polymerase, specifically targeting the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase encoded by the HCV NS5B gene. It demonstrates potent antiviral activity against HCV genotype 1a (strain H77) and 1b (strain Con1) replicons, with EC50 values of 7.7 nM and 1.8 nM, respectively. Dasabuvir sodium is primarily utilized in research focused on HCV replication and the development of antiviral therapies. -
RNA Polymerase Activities Inhibitor
Thio-ITP (6-Thioinosine 5'-triphosphate) is a competitive inhibitor of RNA polymerase activities. It exhibits a high apparent affinity for RNA polymerases, with inhibition constants of 40.9 μM for RNA polymerase I and 38.0 μM for RNA polymerase II. Thio-ITP is useful in research applications aimed at understanding transcriptional regulation and dissection of RNA polymerase mechanisms. -
RNA polymerase II Inhibitor
Dideoxy-amanitin is an allosteric inhibitor of RNA polymerase II, demonstrating potent selectivity with an IC50 of 74.2 nM. This compound is particularly valuable for research applications focused on transcriptional regulation and RNA synthesis inhibition. Its ability to selectively hinder RNA polymerase II makes it a crucial tool for investigating gene expression and related pathways in various biological contexts. -
DNA Polymerase
Tth DNA polymerase is a thermostable DNA polymerase derived from Thermus thermophilus, primarily targeting DNA synthesis. It exhibits high fidelity and robust activity at elevated temperatures, making it ideal for applications such as PCR and DNA sequencing. This enzyme is essential for researchers requiring efficient amplification and accurate DNA replication in challenging experimental conditions. -
RNA Polymerase Inhibitor
2'-Deoxy-2'-fluoro-l-uridine is an L-nucleoside that serves as a selective inhibitor of viral RNA polymerase. It effectively inhibits the replication of RNA viruses, making it a valuable tool for research focused on viral replication mechanisms and the development of antiviral therapies. This compound is instrumental for studies investigating RNA virus pathogenesis and potential therapeutic interventions. -
RNA Polymerase II Inhibitor
ε-Amanitin is a cyclic peptide that specifically inhibits RNA polymerase II activity by binding to the enzyme's active site. This potent inhibitor disrupts transcription elongation, making it a valuable tool for investigating gene expression mechanisms. ε-Amanitin is commonly utilized in research focused on transcription regulation, RNA processing, and studying the effects of transcriptional inhibition in various biological systems. -
DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
ddhCTP is a nucleoside analog that acts as a selective inhibitor of DNA polymerase. It effectively disrupts DNA synthesis with Ki values of 1.32 μM for DNA polymerase beta and 0.034 μM for DNA polymerase gamma. This compound is valuable for research applications involving the study of DNA replication and polymerase-specific pathways, providing insights into cellular mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets. -
DNA Polymerase
DNA polymerase-IN-1 is a selective inhibitor of DNA polymerase with an IC50 of 20.7 μM. This compound exhibits significant antiproliferative activity against tumor cells, making it a valuable tool in cancer research. Its ability to disrupt DNA synthesis may provide insights into tumorigenesis and potential therapeutic strategies for cancer treatment.

