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SATRAPLATIN

discontinued Small molecule

SATRAPLATIN is a satraplatin drug. It is currently in discontinued development.

Satraplatin works by inhibiting the enzyme DNA repair, which allows cancer-killing chemotherapy drugs to be more effective.

Satraplatin is a small molecule drug in the satraplatin class, originally developed by and currently owned by a pharmaceutical company. Its target and exact mechanism of action are unknown, but it is believed to work by inhibiting DNA repair mechanisms in cancer cells. Satraplatin has not been approved by the FDA for any indications, and its commercial status, patent status, and availability of generic manufacturers are also unknown. Further research is needed to determine its safety and efficacy in treating various cancers. As a result, key safety considerations and potential side effects are currently unclear.

At a glance

Generic nameSATRAPLATIN
Drug classsatraplatin
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
Phasediscontinued

Mechanism of action

Imagine your body's cells have a repair crew that fixes damaged DNA. Satraplatin blocks this repair crew, making it harder for cancer cells to fix their DNA and survive. This allows chemotherapy drugs to be more effective at killing cancer cells.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about SATRAPLATIN

What is SATRAPLATIN?

SATRAPLATIN is a satraplatin drug.

How does SATRAPLATIN work?

Satraplatin works by inhibiting the enzyme DNA repair, which allows cancer-killing chemotherapy drugs to be more effective.

What drug class is SATRAPLATIN in?

SATRAPLATIN belongs to the satraplatin class. See all satraplatin drugs at /class/satraplatin.

What development phase is SATRAPLATIN in?

SATRAPLATIN is in discontinued.

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