Protein Kinase Inhibitors

Protein kinase inhibitors are specialized drugs that block specific enzymes called protein kinases, which play a key role in cell communication and growth. By inhibiting these enzymes, the drugs can prevent abnormal cell division and signaling, often associated with cancers and other diseases. Think of kinases as messengers that tell cells when to grow or divide; inhibitors act as roadblocks, stopping harmful signals. These targeted therapies help control disease progression with greater precision and often fewer side effects than traditional treatments.