What does ibrutinib capsules do?

Ibrutinib (Ibrutinib) capsule is a drug used to treat specific types of leukemia and lymphoma. Its effects are mainly reflected in the following aspects:

1. Targeting malignantBlymphocytes and leukemia cells: Ibrutinib is a BTK inhibitor that inhibits B< /span>The activity of BTKenzyme in lymphocytes, which can specifically interfere with the growth and division of malignant B lymphocytes and leukemia cells. BTKThe enzyme plays a key role in the development and activation of B lymphocytes under normal circumstances. However, in some leukemias and lymphomas, the BTKenzyme is overactivated, leading to abnormal cell proliferation. Ibrutinib's mechanism of action allows it to selectively block this process, thereby reducing the number of malignant cells.

2. Inhibit the growth of leukemia and lymphoma: The main function of ibrutinib is to inhibit the proliferation of abnormal cells by targeting B cells, thereby slowing down or preventing the progression of leukemia and lymphoma. This can help control leukemia and lymphoma, reduce patients' symptoms, and improve their quality of life.

3. Prolonged survival: Clinical studies have proven that ibrutinib can significantly prolong survival in patients with certain types of leukemia and lymphoma. For patients who have previously received other treatments but failed to achieve adequate response, ibrutinib offers a new treatment option with the potential to improve outcomes.

Ibrutinib is currently on the market in China and is included in medical insurance. The domestic price ranges from 10,000 to 20,000. Due to different medical insurance policies in different places, the price is also different. For specific reimbursement information, please consult the local hospital pharmacy or medical insurance bureau. The cheaper types of ibrutinib abroad are generic drugs, mainly Indian generic drugs, Bangladeshi generic drugs and Laos generic drugs, with prices ranging from a few hundred to several thousand yuan. And the ingredients of generic ibrutinib drugs are basically the same as those of domestic ibrutinib drugs.