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capmatinib

capmatinib (TABRECTA) is a hepatocyte growth factor receptor inhibitor.

EMA: approved Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L01) L01EX17
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Pipeline programs 2
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Drug details — capmatinib
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Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L01)
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Quick answer

capmatinib (TABRECTA) is a hepatocyte growth factor receptor inhibitor.

Key facts

INN capmatinib
Brand TABRECTA
Mechanism Hepatocyte growth factor receptor inhibitor
Target Hepatocyte growth factor receptor
Therapeutic class Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L01)
ATC code L01EX17

Mechanism of action

Hepatocyte growth factor receptor inhibitor

Primary target: Hepatocyte growth factor receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. C16-40 Phase 3 · George Institute for · Unresectable locally advanced and/or metastatic soft-tissue
  2. Capmatinib Phase 3 · Novartis India · Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung

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Frequently asked questions

What is capmatinib?

capmatinib (TABRECTA) is a hepatocyte growth factor receptor inhibitor.

What is the brand name for capmatinib?

TABRECTA is a marketed brand name for capmatinib. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.