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AG-013736

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AG-013736 Definition

An orally bioavailable tyrosine kinase inhibitor. Axitinib inhibits the proangiogenic cytokines vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and platelet-derived growth factor receptor (PDGF), thereby exerting an anti-angiogenic effect.

AG-013736 Synonyms

Axitinib, AG-013736, AG013736, AXITINIB

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