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FOLFIRI.3

Federation Francophone de Cancerologie Digestive · Phase 2 active Small molecule

FOLFIRI is a chemotherapy regimen that combines 5-fluorouracil, leucovorin, irinotecan, and folinic acid to target rapidly dividing cancer cells.

FOLFIRI is a chemotherapy regimen that combines 5-fluorouracil, leucovorin, irinotecan, and folinic acid to target rapidly dividing cancer cells. Used for Metastatic colorectal cancer.

At a glance

Generic nameFOLFIRI.3
SponsorFederation Francophone de Cancerologie Digestive
Drug classChemotherapy regimen
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

The combination of these drugs works synergistically to inhibit thymidylate synthase, topoisomerase I, and other enzymes essential for DNA replication and cell division. This leads to DNA damage and ultimately cell death in rapidly dividing cancer cells.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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