Gefitinib
- Generic Name
- Gefitinib
- Brand Names
- Iressa, Gefitinib Mylan
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C22H24ClFN4O3
- CAS Number
- 184475-35-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- S65743JHBS
Overview
Gefitinib (originally coded ZD1839) is a drug used in the treatment of certain types of cancer. Acting in a similar manner to erlotinib (marketed as Tarceva), gefitinib selectively targets the mutant proteins in malignant cells. It is marketed by AstraZeneca under the trade name Iressa.
Background
Gefitinib (originally coded ZD1839) is a drug used in the treatment of certain types of cancer. Acting in a similar manner to erlotinib (marketed as Tarceva), gefitinib selectively targets the mutant proteins in malignant cells. It is marketed by AstraZeneca under the trade name Iressa.
Indication
For the continued treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer after failure of either platinum-based or docetaxel chemotherapies.
Associated Conditions
- Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Clinical Trials
FDA Approved Products
Singapore Approved Products
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