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PARP Inhibitors

PARP inhbitors are used to treat certain types of cervical cancer. They prevent the tumor's DNA from repairing itself properly, in order to target and kill cancer cells.

Why are parp inhibitors prescribed?

  1. Pancreatic Cancer (25%)
  2. Breast Cancer (25%)
  3. Ovarian Cancer (25%)
  4. Prostate Cancer (25%)

Key takeaways

PARP inhibitors are used to treat ovarian cancer, breast cancer, and prostate cancer. They also have other uses, such as treating pancreatic cancer. PARP inhibitors work by blocking PARP proteins, which normally help repair damaged DNA in cells. By blocking this protein, PARP inhibitors make it harder for cancer cells to repair themselves, leading to their death. These medications are available in oral form. Examples include Lynparza (olaparib), Rubraca (rucaparib), and Talzenna (talazoparib).

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Zejula

as low as$18,072
NIRAPARIB treats ovarian 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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Lynparza

Lynparza (olaparib) is used to treat breast cancer, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer and prostate cancer. Lynparza is a PARP Inhibitor, which works by preventing tumor DNA repair to kill the cancer cells.The most common form of Lynparza is a bottle of 150mg tablets. It is also available as bottles of 100mg tablets and bottles of 50mg tablets. There are currently no generic alternatives for Lynparza. It may be covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
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Rubraca

RUCAPARIB treats ovarian cancer and prostate 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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Talzenna

Talzenna (talazoparib) is used to treat breast cancer. Talzenna is a PARP Inhibitor, which works by preventing the tumor's DNA from repairing itself properly. The most common form of Talzenna is a 0.25mg tablet. It's also available as 0.1mg, 0.35mg, 0.5mg, 0.75mg, and 1mg tablets. There are currently no generic alternatives for Talzenna. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
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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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