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Placebo Gefitinib Tablets

Hangzhou ACEA Pharmaceutical Research Co., Ltd. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Gefitinib is an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase inhibitor.

Gefitinib is an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase inhibitor. Used for Non-small cell lung cancer, Locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer.

At a glance

Generic namePlacebo Gefitinib Tablets
SponsorHangzhou ACEA Pharmaceutical Research Co., Ltd.
Drug classEGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor
TargetEGFR
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

It works by selectively inhibiting the tyrosine kinase activity of the EGFR, thereby blocking the signal transduction pathways that lead to cell proliferation and survival. This results in the inhibition of tumor growth and metastasis.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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