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AT13387 and Imatinib

Astex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · Phase 2 active Small molecule

AT13387 is a potent and selective inhibitor of the B-Raf V600E kinase, while Imatinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor targeting BCR-ABL, c-Kit, and PDGFR.

AT13387 is a potent and selective inhibitor of the B-Raf V600E kinase, while Imatinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor targeting BCR-ABL, c-Kit, and PDGFR. Used for Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).

At a glance

Generic nameAT13387 and Imatinib
Also known asGleevec
SponsorAstex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Drug classtyrosine kinase inhibitor
TargetB-Raf V600E kinase, BCR-ABL, c-Kit, PDGFR
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

AT13387 works by selectively binding to the B-Raf V600E kinase, thereby inhibiting its activity and potentially leading to cancer cell death. Imatinib, on the other hand, targets multiple tyrosine kinases, including BCR-ABL, c-Kit, and PDGFR, which are involved in the proliferation and survival of cancer cells.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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