Is Platinib available in China? Is it easy to buy?

Introduction: Platinib is used to treat metastatic (cancer that has spread) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and patients whose tumors have RET fusion-positive genes. It is also used to treat advanced or metastatic (cancer that has spread) medullary thyroid cancer (MTC), and is suitable for patients whose tumors have abnormal RET (RET mutations) genes. Doctors will perform tests to check for abnormal RET genes before using Platinib. If there is an abnormal RET gene, Platinib treatment can be used.

Is Platinib available in China?

has been launched in China and has been included in the national medical insurance. On March 11, 2022, China's State Food and Drug Administration approved CStone Pharmaceuticals' new indication of platinib for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older with advanced or metastatic RET-mutated medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) who require systemic therapy, as well as the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older with advanced or metastatic RET fusion-positive thyroid cancer who require systemic therapy and are refractory to radioactive iodine (if radioactive iodine is applicable).

On June 26, 2023, China’s National Medical Products Administration approved the new indication application for Platinib, an innovative product introduced by CStone Pharmaceuticals, for the first-line treatment of RET gene fusion-positive locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Is Platinib easy to buy?

1. Hospital pharmacy: You can buy Platinib in the hospital pharmacy. After visiting the hospital, the doctor will issue a prescription for the drug, and you can buy it directly in the hospital pharmacy.

2. Professional pharmacies: Some professional pharmacies may sell platinib. Patients can consult their local pharmacies to understand the purchase process and conditions.

3. Online pharmacies: Patients can purchase Platinib from reputable online pharmacies, and ensure the legality of the pharmacy and the authenticity of the drug before purchasing.

4. Medical service institutions: If Platinib is not available locally, or you want to purchase other versions of Platinib, such as generic versions, you can purchase it through medical service institutions, but you need to understand the relevant purchase procedures.

Therapeutic dosage of Platinib

Platinib is available in tablet form and can be taken with food or alone. Platinib should be taken at the same time of day. The recommended dose of is 400 mg, taken once daily on an empty stomach. If the missed dose is less than 12 hours in length, take the missed dose and then resume your regular dosing schedule. It is important to make sure you get the correct dose of Platinib every time you take it.