Gefitinib

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Gefitinib is an inhibitor of the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase, used primarily in selected cancers, such as non-small-cell lung cancer. It is marketed under the trade name Iressa.Wikipedia

SNPs associated with gefitinib include:

  • rs2231142, associated with diarrhea as a side effect of gefitinib treatment