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Ribociclib plus aromatase inhibitor

Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Ribociclib works by inhibiting CDK4/6, which are proteins that help cancer cells grow and divide.

Ribociclib works by inhibiting CDK4/6, which are proteins that help cancer cells grow and divide. Used for Advanced or metastatic breast cancer in postmenopausal women with estrogen receptor-positive (ER+) and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2-) disease.

At a glance

Generic nameRibociclib plus aromatase inhibitor
SponsorSun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University
Drug classCDK4/6 inhibitor
TargetCDK4/6
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

By blocking CDK4/6, ribociclib prevents the progression of the cell cycle, thereby inhibiting the growth and proliferation of cancer cells. This is particularly effective in combination with aromatase inhibitors, which reduce estrogen levels in the body, further inhibiting cancer cell growth.

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