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Nilotinib: a second-generation tyrosine kinase inhibitor for chronic myeloid leukemia.
Leukemia research - 1 Feb 2010
Breccia Massimo, Alimena Giuliana
Abstract excerpt
Imatinib mesylate is currently the standard of care for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) patients in early chronic phase. However, the emergence of resistance and intolerance has dampened the enthusiasm for this drug. To overcome this phenomenon, different strategies have been developed, including novel targeted agents. Nilotinib, formerly known as AMN107, is a second-generation tyrosine kinase inhibitor 30-fold...
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