Fulzerasib approved in China for KRAS G12C–mutant advanced NSCLC.- Innovent Biologics.
Innovent Biologics, Inc. announces that China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has approved Dupert (fulzerasib)for the treatment of adult patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) harboring KRAS G12C mutation who have received at least one systemic therapy
As China's first approved KRAS G12C inhibitor, Dupert is Innovent's eleventh product in its commercial portfolio and is anticipated to soon benefit more lung cancer patients with the KRAS G12C mutation.
Professor Yi-Long Wu from Guangdong Lung Cancer Institute, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital, stated: "KRAS has long been considered an 'undruggable' target despite being a common oncogenic driver mutation. The advent of KRAS G12C inhibitors has opened new avenues for precision medicine in cancers harboring this mutation. We are proud to be part of the clinical research and development of Dupert , the first KRAS G12C inhibitor approved in China. We hope that Dupert will soon benefit more patients with advanced lung cancer harboring KRAS G12C mutations, driving the progress of precision treatment for lung cancer."
Dr. Hui Zhou, Senior Vice President of Innovent, stated: "Patients with advanced NSCLC harboring KRAS G12C mutations have limited treatment options, with traditional chemotherapy offering minimal benefits. We are excited that Dupert has become the first KRAS G12C inhibitor approved in China, marking the beginning of a new era in targeted therapy for KRAS mutations. As Innovent's eleventh drug, Dupert further strengthens our robust oncology portfolio. Innovent will continue to leverage its leadership and expertise in oncology to drive innovation in cancer treatment and serve more patients in need."