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What Is the Drug Dabrafenib; Does It Treat Cancer?

Question by Kevin7: What is the drug dabrafenib; does it treat cancer?
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Answer by Tarkarri
It has been shown to be useful in treating metastatic melanoma.

Keep in mind that cancer is NOT a single disease and different treatments work for different types of cancers.

Answer by well wisher
GSK2118436 (dabrafenib) is a selective ATP-competitive BRAF inhibitor being developed for the treatment of BRAF V600E mutation malignant melanoma. Mutations in BRAF are associated with increased growth and proliferation of cancer cells. In clinical trials, GSK2118436 was administered orally at 150mg twice daily.

Bob Casale Dead: Devo Member Dies at Age 61

Bob Casale Dead: Devo Member Dies At Age 61
[rewrite]The band's founder, Gerald Casale, wrote that his brother Bob died suddenly on Monday (Feb.17) from heart failure. According to Gerald, Bob's death was a total shock to everyone, and he noted that his brother was excited about the possibility of band …[/rewrite]
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Southlake sport briefs: Open racquetball tournament March 1 at Omni
[rewrite]Guest speaker Dr. Tim Mullally will discuss what a concussion is, diagnosing a concussion, symptoms of concussions, treatment options and return to play protocols. Faculty, coaches, parents and athletes are welcome to attend. For details, contact the …[/rewrite]
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THS11 David Metzger Expanding Substance Abuse Treatment Options for HIV Prevention and Care

THS11 David Metzger Expanding substance abuse treatment options for HIV prevention and care — Présentation de David Metzger lors de la plénière “Actualité des traitements des addictions opiacées: entre efficacité, sécurité et accessibilité” Plenary se…


The Quiet Epidemic of Senior Drug Abuse
[rewrite]Misuse or overuse can be controlled if physicians reevaluate treatment options so that patients don't rely on more medication than prescribed in order to get full relief. Drug abuse on the other hand can be more difficult to get under control, and may …[/rewrite]
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Drug Treatment Riverside CA

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Walsh announces new initiative against substance abuse
[rewrite]To combat rising substance abuse and reduce overdoses in Boston, Boston Mayor Martin Walsh announced a programTuesday involving community-based workshops to make treatment more accessible. Massachusetts officials have been fighting the increasing rate …[/rewrite]
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Prescription Drug Facts

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A Hand Outstretched into the Cold Night
[rewrite]Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not his own facts. Home · About · MJ … I had an long and interesting discussion yesterday with Maia Szalavitz about public health approaches to addiction (Her full article is here). One question we kicked …[/rewrite]
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SALINE: First Meeting for Drug Abuse Task Force to Be Scheduled Soon

SALINE: First meeting for drug abuse task force to be scheduled soon
[rewrite]Nagpal has extensive background in personal therapy and substance abuse treatment, elements that will very likely be critical to the group's work. “I'm a licensed provider of substance abuse services,” said Nagpal, “and all of our programs are overseen …[/rewrite]
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With drug crackdown, LePage favoring enforcement over treatment
[rewrite]The governor's emphasis on arresting and prosecuting drug offenders sets him apart from mainstream trends in public policy, which have begun to tilt toward addiction intervention and treatment as a more effective response. LePage framed his call for a …[/rewrite]
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