Temsirolimus
Kidney Neoplasms
Treatment
2 FDA approvals
13 Active Studies for Temsirolimus
Treatment for
Kidney Neoplasms
What is Temsirolimus
Temsirolimus
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Temsirolimus, also known as Torisel, is a medication used to treat renal cell carcinoma (RCC). It was developed by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals and approved by the FDA in 2007 and the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) in November of the same year.
Torisel
is the brand name
Temsirolimus Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Torisel
Temsirolimus
2007
5
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Temsirolimus, otherwise called Torisel, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses including Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (aRCC) and Kidney Neoplasms .
Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (aRCC)
Kidney Neoplasms
Effectiveness
How Temsirolimus works in the body
Temsirolimus stops cell division by targeting an intracellular protein called mTOR. When it binds to the protein FKBP-12, it prevents mTOR from activating the pathways needed for cell division. This stops tumor cells from growing. In vitro studies on renal cell cancer also showed that temsirolimus blocked the production of factors that contribute to blood vessel growth, which could be beneficial for cancer patients.
When to interrupt dosage
The suggested dosage of Temsirolimus is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction. The quantity of dosage varies, as indicated by the method of delivery featured in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Kidney Neoplasms
, 30.0 mg, 25.0 mg/mL
Intravenous, , Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Kit, Kit - Intravenous
Warnings
Temsirolimus Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Temsirolimus.
Common Temsirolimus Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Temsirolimus is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Abemaciclib
Major
The serum concentration of Abemaciclib can be increased when it is combined with Temsirolimus.
Abetimus
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Temsirolimus is combined with Abetimus.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Temsirolimus is combined with Acteoside.
Amoxapine
Major
The metabolism of Amoxapine can be decreased when combined with Temsirolimus.
Temsirolimus Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Temsirolimus has been tested on cancer patients in early trials with doses as high as 220 mg/m2. Taking doses greater than 25 mg can increase the risk of serious problems such as blood clots, holes in the intestine, lung disease, seizures, and mental health issues.
Temsirolimus Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Temsirolimus?
Fifteen studies are being conducted to evaluate the potential of Temsirolimus to treat Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (aRCC).
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Kidney Neoplasms
13 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 1
Temsirolimus Reviews: What are patients saying about Temsirolimus?
5
Patient Review
9/4/2010
Temsirolimus for Cancer Involving the Kidney Cells
3
Patient Review
6/23/2008
Temsirolimus for Cancer Involving the Kidney Cells
Patient Q&A Section about temsirolimus
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is temsirolimus an immunotherapy?
"The mTOR inhibitors are also immunosuppressants and are used clinically to prevent rejection following solid-organ transplant. However, researchers are also working on developing new immunotherapies that could be used to treat immunoresponsive tumours, such as RCC and melanoma."
Answered by AI
Is temsirolimus the same as sirolimus?
"Temsirolimus and sirolimus are both drugs that inhibit mammalian target of rapamycin. Temsirolimus is a prodrug of sirolimus, meaning that it is converted into sirolimus once it is inside the body."
Answered by AI
Is temsirolimus a chemotherapy?
"The drug Temsirolimus is sold under the trade name Torisel. In some cases, doctors and other health care professionals may refer to the drug by its generic name, Temsirolimus, instead of its trade name, Torisel."
Answered by AI
What is Temsirolimus used for?
"Temsirolimus is a medication used to treat advanced renal cell carcinoma, a type of cancer that begins in the kidney. Temsirolimus works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that tells the cancer cells to multiply, which may help slow the growth of tumors."
Answered by AI