RGD-modified angiogenesis inhibitor HM-3 dose: dual function during cancer treatment.

In the present study, we have undertaken pharmacodynamic studies of HM-3 in vitro and in vivo. A dual function of HM-3 with various doses was observed. HM-3 at low dose revealed obvious anticancer activity. In contrast, HM-3 at high dose had a tendency to promote tumorigenesis and tumor metastasis. Microarray analysis demonstrated that HM-3 at high dose could up-regulate the transcription of AKT1 and MEK1, which resulted in the promotion of tumorigenesis and metastasis. Therefore, the dose of angiogenesis inhibitors plays a critical role in cancer treatment. In order to achieve the ideal effect of angiogenesis inhibitor drugs on cancer treatment, a ful exploration of administration dose, frequency, and period for this kind of drugs is highly desired.