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Ribociclib

Generic Name
Ribociclib
Brand Names
Kisqali 200 Mg Daily Dose Carton, Kisqali Femara Co-pack, Kisqali
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C23H30N8O
CAS Number
1211441-98-3
Unique Ingredient Identifier
TK8ERE8P56

Overview

Ribociclib is a selective cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor, a class of drugs that help slow the progression of cancer by inhibiting two proteins called cyclin-dependent kinase 4 and 6 (CDK4/6). These proteins, when over-activated, can enable cancer cells to grow and divide too quickly. Targeting CDK4/6 with enhanced precision may play a role in ensuring that cancer cells do not continue to replicate uncontrollably. Ribociclib was approved by the U.S. FDA in March, 2017 as Kisqali.

Indication

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Associated Conditions

  • Advanced Breast Cancer
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer

Research Report

Published: Jul 23, 2025

A Comprehensive Scientific Monograph on Ribociclib (Kisqali®)

Executive Summary

Ribociclib, marketed under the brand name Kisqali®, is a highly selective, orally bioavailable small molecule inhibitor of cyclin-dependent kinases 4 and 6 (CDK4/6).[1] Developed through a collaboration between Novartis and Astex Pharmaceuticals, Ribociclib has emerged as a transformative therapy and a cornerstone in the management of hormone receptor-positive (HR+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2-) breast cancer, the most common subtype of the disease.[4] Its therapeutic action is rooted in its ability to interrupt a fundamental pathway that drives cancer cell proliferation.

The core mechanism of Ribociclib involves the targeted inhibition of the cyclin D-CDK4/6-retinoblastoma (Rb) protein pathway. By preventing the phosphorylation of the Rb protein, Ribociclib effectively halts the cell cycle in the G1 phase, inducing a state of cytostasis and thereby suppressing tumor growth.[2] This precise mechanism of action underpins its significant efficacy in HR+ breast cancer, where this pathway is frequently dysregulated.

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Clinical Trials

Title
Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2025/07/25
Not Applicable
Not yet recruiting
2025/07/08
Not Applicable
Recruiting
2025/06/03
Phase 1
Not yet recruiting
Forward Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
2025/05/01
Phase 2
Recruiting
2025/04/16
N/A
Not yet recruiting
2025/04/01
N/A
Not yet recruiting
2025/02/03
N/A
Recruiting
Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano
2025/01/28
N/A
Not yet recruiting
2025/01/07
Phase 3
Recruiting
2024/12/10
Phase 1
Recruiting

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
0078-0860
ORAL
200 mg in 1 1
9/2/2021
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
0078-0867
ORAL
200 mg in 1 1
9/2/2021
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
0078-0874
ORAL
200 mg in 1 1
9/2/2021

EMA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
Authorised
8/22/2017

NMPA Drug Approvals

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No NMPA approvals found for this drug.

PPB Drug Approvals

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No PPB approvals found for this drug.

TGA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
ARTG ID
Sponsor
Registration Type
Status
Registration Date
KISQALI ribociclib 200 mg (as succinate) film coated tablet blister pack
280246
Medicine
A
10/23/2017

Health Canada Drug Approvals

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No Health Canada approvals found for this drug.

CIMA AEMPS Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
Registration Number
Pharmaceutical Form
Prescription Type
Status
KISQALI 200 MG COMPRIMIDOS RECUBIERTOS CON PELICULA
1171221001
COMPRIMIDO RECUBIERTO CON PELÍCULA
Diagnóstico Hospitalario
Commercialized
KISQALI 200 MG COMPRIMIDOS RECUBIERTOS CON PELICULA
1171221005IP
COMPRIMIDO RECUBIERTO CON PELÍCULA
Diagnóstico Hospitalario
Commercialized

Philippines FDA Drug Approvals

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No Philippines FDA approvals found for this drug.

Saudi SFDA Drug Approvals

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No Saudi SFDA approvals found for this drug.

Malaysia NPRA Drug Approvals

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No Malaysia NPRA approvals found for this drug.

UK EMC Drug Information

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No UK EMC drug information found for this drug.

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