COMETRIQ
COMETRIQ (cabozantinib s-malate) is a kinase inhibitor approved for the treatment of medullary thyroid cancer (MTC). The medication is specifically indicated for patients whose MTC is characterized as progressive and metastatic. It serves as a targeted therapeutic option for managing this specific form of thyroid malignancy.
How COMETRIQ Works
Cabozantinib inhibits the tyrosine kinase activity of multiple receptors, including RET, MET, VEGFR-1, -2, and -3, as well as KIT, TRKB, and FLT-3. It also targets AXL, ROS1, TYRO3, MER, and TIE-2, which are involved in both normal cellular functions and pathologic processes. By inhibiting these receptor tyrosine kinases, the drug interferes with oncogenesis, metastasis, tumor angiogenesis, and the maintenance of the tumor microenvironment. This multi-kinase inhibition also addresses biological pathways associated with drug resistance.
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2012-11-29
- Routes
- ORAL
- Dosage Forms
- CAPSULE
COMETRIQ Approval History
What COMETRIQ Treats
1 indicationsCOMETRIQ is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2012. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Medullary Thyroid Cancer
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Active Pipeline
Ongoing clinical trials by development phase
Key Completed Trials
Completed studies with published results, ranked by significance
Trial Timeline
Full development history with FDA approval milestones
Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
COMETRIQ FDA Label Details
ProIndications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)COMETRIQ is indicated for the treatment of patients with progressive, metastatic medullary thyroid cancer (MTC). COMETRIQ is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of patients with progressive, metastatic medullary thyroid cancer (MTC).
COMETRIQ Patents & Exclusivity
Patents (32 active)
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