文摘
Hyperactive signaling of the MAP kinase pathway resulting from the constitutively active B-RafV600E mutated enzyme has been observed in a number of human tumors, including melanomas. Herein we report the discovery and biological evaluation of GSK2118436, a selective inhibitor of Raf kinases with potent in vitro activity in oncogenic B-Raf-driven melanoma and colorectal carcinoma cells and robust in vivo antitumor and pharmacodynamic activity in mouse models of B-RafV600E human melanoma. GSK2118436 was identified as a development candidate, and early clinical results have shown significant activity in patients with B-Raf mutant melanoma.<br>
Keywords:
B-Raf; GSK2118436; dabrafenib; melanoma; MAP kinase