Ingredient

Entrectinib

Entrectinib is an anticancer active ingredient used in the treatment of cancers with specific genetic mutations.

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MFDS ingredient code M278562

What does it do?

Entrectinib belongs to a class of targeted anticancer agents that specifically target certain genetic mutations within cancer cells. This ingredient is used to inhibit the growth and proliferation of cancer cells.

Entrectinib works by blocking the activity of specific proteins within cancer cells, preventing them from growing and spreading. This can slow down or halt the progression of cancer.

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

Good to know

Entrectinib is a targeted anticancer agent specialized for specific genetic mutations, and unlike conventional chemotherapy agents, it tends to cause less damage to normal cells. It also penetrates well into the brain, making it effective for the treatment of brain metastases.

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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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