Ingredient

Gimeracil

Gimeracil is a component that enhances the efficacy of anticancer agents and inhibits their breakdown.

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MFDS ingredient code M250313

What does it do?

Gimeracil is used as an ingredient in antineoplastic agents, playing a role in enhancing the efficacy of anticancer drugs by inhibiting their breakdown in the body. It is primarily administered in combination with other drugs in cancer treatment to improve therapeutic effects.

Gimeracil works by blocking the action of specific enzymes, preventing anticancer drugs from breaking down quickly. This allows the anticancer drugs to remain in the body longer and effectively attack cancer cells.

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

Good to know

Gimeracil is specialized in inhibiting the breakdown of anticancer agents and is used in conjunction with other anticancer drugs rather than providing anticancer effects alone. In this regard, it is distinguished from components that directly attack cancer cells.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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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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