Monoclonal antibody + Tyrosine kinase inhibitorPhase 3 trialInvestigational
Pembrolizumab + Vemurafenib
How it works
Blocks PD-1 and BRAF, proteins involved in cell growth and division, which can help slow down cancer growth.
Cancer types
Melanoma— BRAF V600E mutation-positive
Efficacy
In clinical trials, around 50% of patients with BRAF V600E or V600K mutation achieved an objective response, with a median overall survival of approximately 22.5 months.
Side effects
Severe
This treatment carries a higher risk of serious side effects. Close medical monitoring is required throughout treatment.
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