angiogenesis inhibitors Flashcards
1
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What does an angiogenesis inhibitor do?
A
hinders the formation of new blood vessels in tumors
2
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Common side effects of angiogenesis inhibitors
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HTN, MI, stroke, proteinuria, hemorrage, GI perforation, hypothyroidism
3
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Types of angiogenesis inhibitors
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Bevacizumab (avastin)-blocks VEGF receptor–> colorectal, NSCLC, glioblastoma, renal
Lenalidomide (revlimid)- inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines–>MM, MDS
Thalidomide- inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines –> MM, MDS
4
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Thalidomide (thalomid)
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PO
Interactions: with barbiturates, alcohol, chlorpromazine, reserpine