BRAF Inhibitors

BRAF inhibitors are a type of targeted cancer therapy used to treat certain patients with melanoma and other cancers that have specific mutations in the BRAF gene. This gene helps control cell growth, and when it is mutated, it can lead to uncontrolled cancer cell growth. BRAF inhibitors work by blocking the activity of the abnormal protein produced by this mutated gene, helping to slow down or stop the spread of cancer. These medications can improve survival and quality of life for patients with BRAF-mutated tumors, making them an important option in cancer treatment.