MEKINIST (trametinib), protein kinase inhibitor
ONCOLOGY - New indication
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Posted on
Mar 18 2016
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Inclusion
Moderate improvement as first-line treatment of unresectable or metastatic melanoma, in patients with a BRAF V600 mutation
- MEKINIST now has Marketing Authorisation in combination with dabrafenib, in the treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with a BRAF V600 mutation.
- Combining MEKINIST with dabrafenib improves progression-free survival and overall survival in comparison with dabrafenib alone.
Clinical Benefit
Substantial |
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Clinical Added Value
moderate |
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Therapeutic use
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Economic analysis
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