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medication treats melanoma with BRAF gene mutation

Vemurafenib is a medication used to treat certain types of cancer, specifically melanoma with a mutation in the BRAF gene. It works by inhibiting the activity of the mutated BRAF protein, which helps slow down or stop the growth of cancer cells.

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research RASopathic Skin Eruptions During Vemurafenib Therapy

82 citations , March 2013 in “PLoS ONE”

Vemurafenib causes skin side effects similar to RASopathies, requiring regular skin checks and UVA protection.

research RASopathic Alopecia: Hair Changes Associated with Vemurafenib Therapy

21 citations , March 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Vemurafenib therapy can cause hair loss, but clobetasol propionate foam can help regrow hair.

research Vemurafenib-Induced Pityriasis Amiantacea: A Case Report

9 citations , October 2015 in “Cutaneous and ocular toxicology”

Vemurafenib can cause scalp issues but can be managed without changing the dose.

research Correction: RASopathic Skin Eruptions During Vemurafenib Therapy

4 citations , October 2013 in “PLoS ONE”

Vemurafenib causes significant skin side effects, requiring regular dermatologist care and sun protection.

The Cutaneous Side Effects of Selective BRAF Inhibitors and Anti-CTLA4 Agents: The Growing Role of the Dermatologist in the Management of Patients with Metastatic Melanoma

research The Cutaneous Side Effects of Selective BRAF Inhibitors and Anti-CTLA4 Agents: The Growing Role of the Dermatologist in the Management of Patients with Metastatic Melanoma

6 citations , April 2013 in “Current Dermatology Reports”

Dermatologists are crucial for managing skin side effects in metastatic melanoma patients using vemurafenib and ipilimumab.

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