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Binimetinib

Generic Name
Binimetinib
Brand Names
Mektovi
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C17H15BrF2N4O3
CAS Number
606143-89-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
181R97MR71

Overview

Binimetinib, also known as Mektovi, is a potent and selective oral mitogen-activated protein kinase 1/2 (MEK 1/2) inhibitor which is combined with Encorafenib. On June 27, 2018, the Food and Drug Administration approved the combination of Encorafenib and binimetinib (BRAFTOVI and MEKTOVI, from Array BioPharma Inc.) in combination for patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with the BRAF V600E or V600K mutations, as detected by an FDA-approved test.

Indication

⑴与encorafenib联合,用于治疗经检测到的BRAF V600E或V600K突变的不可切除或转移性黑色素瘤患者。 ⑵与安可非尼联合,用于治疗具有BRAFV600E突变的转移性癌症(非小细胞肺癌)的成年患者。

Associated Conditions

  • Metastatic Melanoma
  • Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Unresectable Melanoma

Research Report

Published: Jun 5, 2025

Binimetinib: A Comprehensive Review of its Pharmacology, Clinical Efficacy, and Safety

1. Introduction to Binimetinib

1.1. Overview, Chemical Properties, and DrugBank Identification

Binimetinib, identified by DrugBank ID DB11967 and CAS Number 606143-89-9, is an orally administered small molecule kinase inhibitor.[1] It is also marketed under the brand name Mektovi® and has been referred to by investigational codes such as ARRY-162, MEK162, and ARRY-438162.[2]

Chemically, binimetinib belongs to the class of benzimidazoles. Its structure is specifically 1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole substituted at positions 4, 5, and 6 by fluorine, (4-bromo-2-fluorophenyl)nitrilo, and N-(2-hydroxyethoxy)aminocarbonyl groups, respectively.[1] The molecular formula for binimetinib is C17​H15​BrF2​N5​O3​, and it has a molecular weight of approximately 441.2 g/mol.[1] The complex heterocyclic structure, featuring a benzimidazole core common in kinase inhibitors, along with fluorine and bromine substitutions (which can modulate pharmacokinetic properties like lipophilicity and metabolic stability) and an N-(2-hydroxyethoxy)aminocarbonyl group (potentially involved in target binding), underpins its specific and potent biological activity.[1]

Table 1: Key Characteristics of Binimetinib

CharacteristicDetail
DrugBank IDDB11967
CAS Number606143-89-9
Common SynonymsMektovi, ARRY-162, MEK162, ARRY-438162
TypeSmall Molecule
Molecular FormulaC17​H15​BrF2​N5​O3​
Molecular Weight~441.2 g/mol
Therapeutic ClassKinase Inhibitor, MEK Inhibitor
Key Approved Indications- Unresectable or metastatic melanoma with BRAF V600E or V600K mutations (in combination with encorafenib) <br> - Metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with BRAF V600E mutation (in combination with encorafenib)

Sources: User Query,.[1]

1.2. Therapeutic Class and General Use

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Clinical Trials

Title
Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2023/12/06
Phase 2
Recruiting
National Cancer Center, Japan
2023/07/03
Phase 2
Active, not recruiting
2023/04/12
Phase 1
Completed
2022/11/14
Phase 3
Recruiting
2022/10/03
Phase 2
Recruiting
2022/10/03
Phase 2
Recruiting
2022/09/26
Phase 2
Terminated
2022/09/26
Phase 2
Recruiting
2022/08/22
Phase 2
Recruiting
2022/05/02
Phase 1
Recruiting

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Array BioPharma Inc.
70255-010
ORAL
15 mg in 1 1
10/18/2023

EMA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
Authorised
9/20/2018

HSA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
Approval Number
Dosage Form
Strength
Approval Date
MEKTOVI FILM-COATED TABLET 15MG
SIN16826P
TABLET, FILM COATED
15mg
7/19/2023

NMPA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
Approval Number
Drug Type
Dosage Form
Approval Date
No NMPA approvals found for this drug.

PPB Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Registration No.
Company
Licence No.
Strength
Registration Date
No PPB approvals found for this drug.

TGA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
ARTG ID
Sponsor
Registration Type
Status
Registration Date
MEKTOVI binimetinib 15 mg film-coated tablet blister pack
295440
Medicine
A
1/3/2019

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