CDK inhibitor SCH 727965

Definition / meaning of CDK inhibitor SCH 727965

A substance being studied in the treatment of advanced melanoma (a type of skin cancer) and other types of cancer. It blocks cell division and may cause cancer cells to die. It is a type of cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor. Also called dinaciclib.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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