IDH1 inhibitorFDA-approvedFirst-line

Ivosidenib

How it works

Blocks the IDH1 enzyme, which is overactive in AML cells, and also inhibits other enzymes involved in cancer growth.

Cancer types

LeukemiaIDH1-mutated AML

Efficacy

In clinical trials, around 40% of IDH1-mutated patients achieved a complete remission, with a median overall survival of approximately 9 months.

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
Testing Ivosidenib and Venetoclax for IDH1 Mutated Hematologic MalignanciesLeukemiaphase-1Source →
New Study Compares Effectiveness of Two Leukemia TreatmentsLeukemiaphase-3Treatment with OLU versus IVO was associated with significantly higher rates of complete response (RD: 0.25; 95%CI: 0.01, 0.49), transfusion independence (RD: 0.27; 95%CI: 0.01, 0.53), and OS (HR: 0.33; 95%CI: 0.11, 0.94).Source →
New Study Compares Effectiveness of Leukemia TreatmentsLeukemiameta-analysisSource →

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