PARP inhibitorPhase 3 trialInvestigational

Capivasertib

How it works

Blocks the activity of the PARP protein, which is involved in the repair of DNA damage in cancer cells.

Cancer types

Lung CancerAll patients

Side effects

Moderate

Side effects can be significant and may require dose adjustments or supportive medication, but the treatment is usually continued.

Evidence from research

StudyCancer typeStageEfficacy
Capivasertib and Abiraterone for Prostate Cancer with PTEN DeficiencyProstate Cancerphase-3Source →
Capivasertib and Fulvestrant for Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer in Chinese PatientsBreast Cancerphase-3Source →

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