Drug Class
mTOR inhibitor
Type
brand
Active Ingredient
everolimus
📋Overview
Afinitor is a brand name for everolimus, a medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as mTOR inhibitors. It is primarily used in the management of certain types of cancers, such as advanced kidney cancer, breast cancer, and neuroendocrine tumors. Afinitor is also associated with the treatment of some non-cancerous conditions, including specific genetic disorders that cause tumor growth. Its effects are related to slowing the growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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