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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.

Background

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

FDA Approved Products

MEKTOVI
Manufacturer:Array BioPharma Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:15 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/10/18
NDC:70255-010

Singapore Approved Products

MEKTOVI FILM-COATED TABLET 15MG
Manufacturer:ALMAC Pharma Services Limited, Pierre Fabre Médicament Production (PFMP) (Primary and Secondary Packager)
Form:TABLET, FILM COATED
Strength:15mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 2023/07/19
Approval:SIN16826P

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