ayvakit
Ayvakit (Avapritinib) is a kinase inhibitor used to treat Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors.
Avapritinib · by Blueprint Medicines
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Avapritinib
- Drug class
- Kinase Inhibitor
- Form
- Tablet
- Strength
- Avapritinib 100MG · Avapritinib 200MG · Avapritinib 25MG · Avapritinib 300MG · Avapritinib 50MG
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- gastrointestinal stromal tumors
- Manufacturer
- Blueprint Medicines
- FDA application
- NDA212608
Drug class
How this class works, per Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf.
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
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Dosage forms
Tablet
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Ayvakit treat?
- Ayvakit (Avapritinib) may be used to treat gastrointestinal stromal tumors, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How does Ayvakit work?
- Ayvakit is a kinase inhibitor. Kinase inhibitors block protein kinases, the enzymes that relay 'grow and divide' signals inside cells. By shutting down the overactive kinase signals that a tumor depends on, they help slow or stop cancer cells from multiplying.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Ayvakit?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Ayvakit. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Ayvakit?
- Ayvakit is marketed by Blueprint Medicines. You can see Blueprint Medicines's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Ayvakit a brand-name or generic drug?
- Ayvakit is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Avapritinib.
- Is Ayvakit available over the counter?
- No. Ayvakit is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Ayvakit come in?
- Ayvakit is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Ayvakit?
- Ayvakit is classified as kinase inhibitor, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Ayvakit FDA-registered?
- Ayvakit is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA212608. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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