Ingredient

Pomalidomide

Pomalidomide is an antineoplastic immunomodulator used in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

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MFDS ingredient code M260037

What does it do?

Pomalidomide is an antineoplastic agent belonging to the class of immunomodulators, primarily used in the treatment of blood cancers such as multiple myeloma. This compound inhibits the growth of cancer cells and regulates the immune system to exhibit antitumor effects.

Pomalidomide alters the environment around cancer cells, making it difficult for them to grow. It also activates immune cells to help attack cancer cells. This slows down or halts the progression of cancer.

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Good to know

Pomalidomide has a similar structure to the immunomodulator lenalidomide but may be effective against resistant cancers, thereby expanding treatment options. It also differs in toxicity profile and mechanism of action, making it a suitable choice for specific patients.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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