TENOSYNOVIAL GIANT CELL TUMOR

May 29 2025HEALTH

Liver Safety Check: Five Years of Pexidartinib Use in Adults

Pexidartinib is a medication used to treat a condition called tenosynovial giant cell tumor, or TGCT. This drug has been around for five years. During this time, doctors have been keeping a close eye on how it affects the liver. This is because some medications can cause liver problems. The watchful eye on pexidartinib is part of a special program. This program is de...

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Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Fighting Back Against Giant Cell Tumors: The Power of Vimseltinib

Vimseltinib is a new drug that's making waves in the medical world. This drug is a small-molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitor, which means it can block certain enzymes that help cancer cells grow. It's specifically designed to target CSF1R, a protein that's overactive in tenosynovial giant cell tumors (TGCT). These tumors are rare and aggressive, often growing in soft ...

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