General Information
Neratinib, the active ingredient in neratinib maleate, belongs to the class of molecules termed antineoplastic agents, which inhibit the maturation, growth or spread of tumor cells. It significantly reduces the risk of recurrence of breast cancer in post-surgery adult patients who have been treated with trastuzumab (herceptin) for early stage HER2-overexpressed breast cancer. In clinical studies, patients taking Neratinib showed a 33% reduction in the risk of recurrence within two years.
About the API
Systematic name
(E)-N-{4-[3-chloro-4-(pyridin-2-yl methoxy)anilino]-3-cyano-7-ethoxyquinolin-6-yl}-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide maleate
Trade name(s)
Nerlynx
Technology
Synthetic
Molecular Formula
C30H29ClN6O3•C4H4O4
Molecular Weight
673.11 g/mol
Physical properties
Off-white to yellow powder
Therapeutic category
Oncology
Available formulations
Oral Solid