name: | Alectinib | |
ATC code: | L01ED03 | route: | oral |
compartments: | 2 | |
dosage: | 600 | mg |
volume of distribution: | 475 | L |
clearance: | 81.9 | L/h |
other parameters in model implementation |
Alectinib is an orally active, highly selective, and potent anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) inhibitor used mainly in the treatment of ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It is approved by regulatory agencies including the FDA and EMA for this indication.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported in adult patients with ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer under fasted or fed conditions.
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