Alisertib Explained
Alisertib (MLN8237) is an orally available selective aurora A kinase inhibitor developed by Takeda.[1] It was investigated as a treatment for relapsed or refractory peripheral T-cell lymphoma.[2] [3] Development was abandoned in 2015 due to poor clinical trial results.[4]
Notes and References
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- Web site: Millennium Initiates Pivotal Phase 3 Trial of MLN8237 in Patients With Relapsed or Refractory Peripheral T-cell Lymphoma. Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited; Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. 20 March 2014. March 6, 2012.
- Web site: Research and Development Pipeline (As of February 5, 2014). Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. 20 March 2014. 2. February 5, 2014.
- Web site: Takeda Announces Termination of Alisertib Phase 3 Trial in Relapsed or Refractory Peripheral T-cell Lymphoma.