Epacadostat

Product Description

An orally available hydroxyamidine and inhibitor of indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO1), with potential immunomodulating and antineoplastic activities. epacadostat targets and binds to IDO1, an enzyme responsible for the oxidation of tryptophan into kynurenine. By inhibiting IDO1 and decreasing kynurenine in tumor cells, epacadostat increases and restores the proliferation and activation of various immune cells, including dendritic cells (DCs), NK cells, and T-lymphocytes, as well as interferon (IFN) production, and a reduction in tumor-associated regulatory T cells (Tregs). Activation of the immune system, which is suppressed in many cancers, may inhibit the growth of IDO1-expressing tumor cells. IDO1 is overexpressed by a variety of tumor cell types and DCs. (Sourced from: https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-drug/def/epacadostat)

Mechanisms of Action: IDO1 Inhibitor

Novel Mechanism: Yes

Modality: Small Molecule

Route of Administration: Oral

FDA Designation: None *

Approval Status: Not Approved

Approved Countries: None

Approved Indications: None

Known Adverse Events: None

Company: Incyte
Company Location: WILMINGTON DE 19803
Company CEO: Hervé Hoppenot
Additonal Commercial Interests: None