Gallium Nitrate
This gallium salt inhibits bone resorption by interfering with the activity of cells that break down bone tissue, and has been used to treat cancer-related high calcium levels. It has also been investigated for its activity against certain tumors and resistant bacteria.
Molecular Weight
255.7400 g/mol
TPSA
189.00 Ų
Therapeutic Areas
Pharmacokinetics (PK)
Pharmacodynamics (PD)
2D Structure
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SMILES
[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[Ga+3]
InChI
InChI=1S/Ga.3NO3/c;3*2-1(3)4/q+3;3*-1
Molecular Formula
GaN3O9
HBD / HBA
- / 9
Rotatable Bonds
0
Heavy Atoms
13
No targets recorded
Target interaction data is not yet available for this drug.
No interactions recorded
Drug interaction data is not yet available for this compound.
No side effects recorded
Side effect data is not yet available for this drug.
Frequently Asked Questions
This gallium salt inhibits bone resorption by interfering with the activity of cells that break down bone tissue, and has been used to treat cancer-related high calcium levels. It has also been investigated for its activity against certain tumors and resistant bacteria.
Yes, Gallium Nitrate is an approved drug. It has reached clinical phase 4. It is classified as a Small molecule.
References & Data Sources
- ChEMBL — European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI). CHEMBL1200983. Open-access bioactivity database.
- PubChem — National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). CID 61635. Chemical information database.
Data aggregated from publicly available pharmacological databases. Last updated 2026-03-04.
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