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Therapeutic Indication
Iressa is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic non\-small\-cell lung cancer with activating mutations of epidermal\-growth\-factor\-receptor tyrosine kinase.
Therapeutic Area (MeSH)
ATC Code
L01XE02
ATC Item
N/A
Pharmacotherapeutic Group
Antineoplastic agents
Active Substance (Summary)
INN / Common Names
| Substance | CAS | Monograph |
|---|---|---|
| gefitinib | N/A | gefitinib |
EMA Name
Iressa
Medicine Name
Iressa
Aliases
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