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Apatinib Combined With Docetaxel

Jiangsu ShengDiYa Medicine Co., Ltd. · Phase 2 active Small molecule

Apatinib is a small molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitor that targets vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR2), inhibiting angiogenesis.

Apatinib is a small molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitor that targets vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR2), inhibiting angiogenesis. Used for Metastatic gastric cancer, Metastatic non-small cell lung cancer.

At a glance

Generic nameApatinib Combined With Docetaxel
Also known asAITAN
SponsorJiangsu ShengDiYa Medicine Co., Ltd.
Drug classtyrosine kinase inhibitor
TargetVEGFR2
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

Apatinib works by selectively inhibiting the tyrosine kinase activity of VEGFR2, which is involved in the regulation of angiogenesis. This leads to the inhibition of tumor growth and metastasis. Apatinib has been shown to have anti-tumor activity in various types of cancer.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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