Drug reference
axitinib
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Drug class
Oncology (Anti Neoplastics)
Mechanism of action
Multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor, Inhibits receptor tyrosine kinases including vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGFR)-1, VEGFR-2, and VEGFR-3
Common side effects
- Decreased appetite
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Hypertension
- Dysphonia
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is axitinib?
axitinib belongs to: Oncology.
How does axitinib work?
Multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor, Inhibits receptor tyrosine kinases including vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGFR)-1, VEGFR-2, and VEGFR-3
What are the common side effects of axitinib?
Decreased appetite, Fatigue, Nausea, Hypertension, Dysphonia, Diarrhea
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