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LAM group

GlaxoSmithKline · Phase 3 active Small molecule

LAM group refers to a class of compounds targeting lymphangioleiomyomatosis-related pathways, likely inhibiting mTOR signaling to reduce abnormal smooth muscle cell proliferation.

LAM group refers to a class of compounds targeting lymphangioleiomyomatosis-related pathways, likely inhibiting mTOR signaling to reduce abnormal smooth muscle cell proliferation. Used for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM).

At a glance

Generic nameLAM group
Also known asLamivudine
SponsorGlaxoSmithKline
Drug classmTOR inhibitor
TargetmTOR
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaRare Pulmonary/Oncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare lung disease characterized by uncontrolled proliferation of smooth muscle-like cells. LAM group compounds are believed to work by inhibiting the mTOR pathway, which is dysregulated in LAM due to TSC1/TSC2 mutations, thereby suppressing aberrant cell growth and proliferation in the lungs and other affected tissues.

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