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DNA Topoisomerase II Beta (TOP2B)

Target
TOP2B
Molecular classification
Enzyme, DNA Topoisomerase, Type II Topoisomerase
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Overview

DNA Topoisomerase II Beta (TOP2B) is a type II topoisomerase enzyme essential for managing DNA topology during transcription, replication, chromosome condensation, and chromatid separation. It introduces transient double-stranded breaks in DNA to relieve torsional stress and resolve catenanes. TOP2B is a target for anticancer agents, but mutations can lead to drug resistance and other disease states.

Other names
Topoisomerase (DNA) II BetaDNA topoisomerase 2-betaTop2b
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Mechanism of action

Drugs targeting TOP2B, such as mitoxantrone, induce double-strand breaks in DNA by interfering with the enzyme's ability to religate the DNA after strand passage.

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Biological functions

DNA topology managementTranscription regulationReplicationChromosome condensationChromatid separationRelieving torsional stress
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Disease associations

CancerImmunodeficiencyNeurological disorders (e.g., autism)Drug resistanceAtaxia-telangiectasia (possible)
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Safety considerations

Drug resistanceInduction of secondary malignanciesCardiotoxicity (for some TOP2B inhibitors)
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Interacting drugs

Mitoxantrone

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