Lutetium chloride Lu-177

Lutetium chloride Lu-177 is a radioactive compound used mainly as a radiopharmaceutical precursor in targeted cancer therapy. On its own, it is not used directly for treatment, but it is combined with tumor-targeting molecules (like peptides or antibodies) to create radiolabeled drugs for theranostic (therapy + diagnostic) purposes. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a mineral/inorganic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include EndolucinBeta, Lumark and Illuzyce (TN). Its PubChem CID is 71587001.

CAS No 16434-14-3
Molecular Formula Cl3Lu
Molecular Weight 283.30 g/mol
Synonyms lutetium-177(3+);trichloride

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