Mektovi (Binimetinib)

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Description

Mektovi is an oral kinase inhibitor primarily prescribed for the treatment of unresectable or metastatic melanoma with a BRAF V600E or V600K mutation. It is indicated for treatment in combination with encorafenib.

Mektovi is a reversible inhibitor of mitogen-activated extracellular signal regulated kinase 1 (MEK1) and MEK2 activity. By blocking these proteins, Mektovi inhibits the growth of cancer cells.

Fact Table
Formula C17H15BrF2N4O3
License FDA approved
Bioavailability Approximately 50%
Legal status Prescription only
Chemical Name 5-[(4-Bromo-2-fluorophenyl)amino]-4-fluoro-2-(2-methoxyethoxy)-N-methylbenzamide
Elimination half-life Approximately 8 hours
Dosage (Strength) 15 mg tablets
Pregnancy Not recommended; consult a healthcare provider
Brands Mektovi
Protein binding 97%
PubChem CID 49850023
MedlinePlus a617055
ChEBI 134660
ATC code L01EE04
DrugBank DB11974
KEGG D10932
Routes of administration Oral

Directions

The recommended dosage is 45 mg by mouth twice daily in combination with encorafenib. Mektovi can be taken with or without food.

Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver disease. They may need to adjust your Mektovi dose to 30 mg twice daily.

Do not stop or adjust the dosage of Mektovi without speaking to your doctor.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Mektovi is binimetinib.

Interactions

There are no significant drug-drug interactions between Mektovi and other medications.

Cautions

Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart disease starting treatment. Your doctor should assess your heart function before starting treatment, after one month, and then every 2-3 months thereafter.

Tell your doctor if you have a history of a clotting disorder.

Use caution if you have a history of eye disease, lung disease, liver disease, musculoskeletal disease, or bleeding disorders.

Do not Mektovi if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Side Effects

Common adverse reactions may include:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Bleeding from anus
  • Bleeding hemorrhoids
  • Cancer
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Central serous chorioretinopathy
  • Cough (Non-small cell lung cancer)
  • Diarrhea
  • Dyspnea (Non-small cell lung cancer)
  • Fatigue
  • Hemothorax
  • Hematochezia
  • Hemorrhage
  • Intracranial hemorrhage, Fatal
  • Left ventricular cardiac dysfunction
  • Musculoskeletal pain (Non-small cell lung cancer)
  • Nausea
  • Papilloma (Non-small cell lung cancer)
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Rectal hemorrhage
  • Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin (Non-small cell lung cancer)
  • Thrombosis of retinal vein
  • Uveitis
  • Vomiting
  • Venous thromboembolism

References

Mektovi [package insert]. Boulder, CO: Array BioPharma; June 2018.



IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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