Mektovi

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Mektovi is used to treat skin cancer that has spread to other parts of the body or cannot be removed by surgery. Mektovi is taken twice daily in combination with another medication called encorafenib.

Mektovi Overview

Reviewed: July 5, 2018
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Mektovi is a prescription medication used to treat melanoma which has spread to other parts of the body or cannot be removed by surgery.

Mektovi belongs to a group of drugs called monoclonal antibodies and works by blocking signaling pathways in cancer cells.

This medication comes in tablet form and is usually taken twice daily, with or without food.

Common side effects include fatigue, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting. 

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