EGFR Inhibitors

EGFR inhibitors are used to treat colon cancer, skin cancer, lung cancer, and pancreatic cancer. They work by inhibiting growth factor activity and controlling cell division.

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EGFR inhibitors are used to treat certain types of non-small cell lung cancer and head and neck cancer. They also have other uses, such as treating pancreatic cancer. EGFR inhibitors work by blocking epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFR) on cancer cells, which helps to slow down or stop their growth. These medications come in different forms, including oral pills and injections. Examples include Tarceva (erlotinib), Tagrisso (osimertinib), and Erbitux (cetuximab), among others.

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Erbitux

as low as$1,562

CETUXIMAB treats head and neck cancer. It may also be used to treat colorectal cancer. It works by blocking a protein that causes cancer cells to grow and multiply. This helps to slow or stop the spread of cancer cells. It is a monoclonal antibody.

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Tagrisso

OSIMERTINIB treats lung cancer. It works by blocking a protein that causes cancer cells to grow and multiply. This helps to slow or stop the spread of cancer cells.

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Tarceva (erlotinib)

ERLOTINIB treats lung cancer and pancreatic cancer. It works by blocking a protein that causes cancer cells to grow and multiply. This helps to slow or stop the spread of cancer cells.

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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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