Ingredient

Niraparib Tosylate Monohydrate

Niraparib tosylate hydrate is an ingredient that exhibits anti-cancer effects by inhibiting the DNA repair of cancer cells.

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MFDS ingredient code M269158

What does it do?

Niraparib tosylate hydrate belongs to the class of PARP inhibitors and induces cell death by disrupting the DNA repair process in cancer cells. It is mainly used for the treatment of certain types of cancer, including ovarian cancer.

This ingredient blocks the function of the PARP enzyme that repairs DNA damage within cancer cells. As a result, cancer cells are unable to repair their damaged DNA and ultimately die.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Niraparib tosylate hydrate may have different indications and pharmacokinetics for specific types of cancer compared to other PARP inhibitors. It can be used as a monotherapy or in combination therapy, and the therapeutic effects and side effect profiles are distinct.

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

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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