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Camptothecin and its Analogs: High-Yielding Ophiorrhiza Species from Sri Lanka for Sustainable Anticancer Compound Production

Author(s): Hewagamage Dona Gihani Asmeer Ranasinghe, Peramune Arachchilage Amila Saman Prasad Kumara, Koonara Mudiyanselage Thilini Dinesha Weerasekara, Poruthotage Pradeep Rasika Perera, Nazeera Salim and Chandrika Udumalagala Gamage*

Volume 20, Issue 8, 2024

Published on: 02 May, 2024

Page: [599 - 610] Pages: 12

DOI: 10.2174/0115734110285332240424093539

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Abstract

Introduction: Camptothecin (CPT) is pivotal in cancer treatment, derived from various CPT-producing plant species, and is a fundamental component in synthesizing valuable cancer drugs like Irinotecan and Topotecan. Sourcing from nature poses conservation issues, fostering interest in the herbaceous Ophiorrhiza plant as a more sustainable alternative. Ophiorrhiza species in Sri Lanka lack comprehensive study, warranting exploration for echo-friendly anticancer compound production.

Objectives: This study examines CPT and analog content in Ophiorrhiza mungos, O. pectinata, and O. rugosa across diverse Sri Lankan regions.

Methods: The study employs Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography- DAD (HPLC-DAD), and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) to quantify and confirm CPT and its analogs.

Results: Significant variations in the content of CPT and its analogs were observed among plant parts and regions. O. mungos from Deraniyagala and Bibile regions notably exhibited elevated CPT levels in fruits and roots. O. rugosa var. Angustifolia and O. pectinata also exhibited a considerable content of CPT in their roots, though it was significantly lower (p < 0.005) than O. mungos.

Conclusion: The study validates analytical methods for specificity, linearity, precision, accuracy, and sensitivity per ICH guidelines. The results indicate that Ophiorrhiza species, especially O. mungos and O. rugosa var. Angustifolia holds the potential to be a sustainable source of CPT. Optimizing cultivation practices offers an eco-friendly solution for anticancer compound production, alleviating species threats and conserving biodiversity.

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