How many boxes of Ripretinib should you take a month?

Ripretinib is a targeted drug for the treatment of Gastrointestinal stromal tumorsGIST, and the treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumors has become an important model in the development of molecular targeted therapy for solid tumors. Common drug specifications are 50mg*30 tablets, with a dosage of 150 mg per day. Patients may need to take about 3 boxes per month. Patients also need to take the drug under the guidance of a doctor.

RipretinibActive substance in ripretinib is one of a group of cancer drugs called receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the activity of receptors (targets) called KIT and PDGFRA on the surface of cancer cells. These receptors help control cell growth, but can be abnormal (mutated) in GIST cancer cells, causing the cells to multiply uncontrollably. By blocking the action of the abnormal receptors, this drug is expected to help slow tumor growth.

The original drug of Ripetinib has been marketed in China and has been approved by the National Medical Insurance Bureau to enter the scope of Class B medical insurance, but it is limited to patients who meet the indications. The price of each box of 50mg*30 tablets may be around 30,000 yuan. The expensive price may increase the pressure on families with heavy financial burdens. The US version of Ripetinib Specifications50mg*90 tablets sold overseas may be priced around RMB 77,000 per box (the price may fluctuate due to exchange rates). The ingredients of foreign original drugs are basically the same as those of domestic original drugs. Currently, there is no generic drug of Ripetinib produced and marketed overseas. For specific prices and drug information, please consult Yaode’s medical consultant.