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combination of irinotecan and cisplatin

Japan Clinical Oncology Group · Phase 3 active Small molecule

combination of irinotecan and cisplatin is a Topoisomerase inhibitor and platinum-based chemotherapy Small molecule drug developed by Japan Clinical Oncology Group. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Metastatic colorectal cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer.

Irinotecan inhibits topoisomerase I, while cisplatin induces DNA crosslinks, both mechanisms leading to cell death in rapidly dividing cancer cells.

Irinotecan inhibits topoisomerase I, while cisplatin induces DNA crosslinks, both mechanisms leading to cell death in rapidly dividing cancer cells. Used for Metastatic colorectal cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer.

At a glance

Generic namecombination of irinotecan and cisplatin
SponsorJapan Clinical Oncology Group
Drug classTopoisomerase inhibitor and platinum-based chemotherapy
TargetTopoisomerase I and DNA
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Irinotecan works by inhibiting topoisomerase I, an enzyme involved in DNA replication, causing DNA damage and triggering cell death. Cisplatin, on the other hand, forms DNA crosslinks, which also lead to cell death. Both mechanisms are particularly effective against rapidly dividing cancer cells.

Approved indications

Common side effects

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Frequently asked questions about combination of irinotecan and cisplatin

What is combination of irinotecan and cisplatin?

combination of irinotecan and cisplatin is a Topoisomerase inhibitor and platinum-based chemotherapy drug developed by Japan Clinical Oncology Group, indicated for Metastatic colorectal cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer.

How does combination of irinotecan and cisplatin work?

Irinotecan inhibits topoisomerase I, while cisplatin induces DNA crosslinks, both mechanisms leading to cell death in rapidly dividing cancer cells.

What is combination of irinotecan and cisplatin used for?

combination of irinotecan and cisplatin is indicated for Metastatic colorectal cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer.

Who makes combination of irinotecan and cisplatin?

combination of irinotecan and cisplatin is developed by Japan Clinical Oncology Group (see full Japan Clinical Oncology Group pipeline at /company/japan-clinical-oncology-group).

What drug class is combination of irinotecan and cisplatin in?

combination of irinotecan and cisplatin belongs to the Topoisomerase inhibitor and platinum-based chemotherapy class. See all Topoisomerase inhibitor and platinum-based chemotherapy drugs at /class/topoisomerase-inhibitor-and-platinum-based-chemotherapy.

What development phase is combination of irinotecan and cisplatin in?

combination of irinotecan and cisplatin is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of combination of irinotecan and cisplatin?

Common side effects of combination of irinotecan and cisplatin include Neutropenia, Nausea and vomiting, Diarrhea, Anemia, Thrombocytopenia.

What does combination of irinotecan and cisplatin target?

combination of irinotecan and cisplatin targets Topoisomerase I and DNA and is a Topoisomerase inhibitor and platinum-based chemotherapy.

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