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Tyrosine kinase inhibitor

Institut für Klinische Krebsforschung IKF GmbH at Krankenhaus Nordwest · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Tyrosine kinase inhibitors block the activity of specific enzymes called tyrosine kinases, which are involved in the activation of proteins by signal transduction cascades.

Tyrosine kinase inhibitors block the activity of specific enzymes called tyrosine kinases, which are involved in the activation of proteins by signal transduction cascades. Used for Metastatic non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive, Chronic myeloid leukemia.

At a glance

Generic nameTyrosine kinase inhibitor
Also known asStudy treatment, Protein Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors, PTK Inhibitors, TK Inhibitors, TKI
SponsorInstitut für Klinische Krebsforschung IKF GmbH at Krankenhaus Nordwest
Drug classTyrosine kinase inhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Tyrosine kinases are enzymes responsible for the activation of proteins by signal transduction cascades. By inhibiting these enzymes, tyrosine kinase inhibitors can prevent the growth and spread of cancer cells. This class of drugs is often used in the treatment of various types of cancer.

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