Therapeutic Response Statement (Sensitivity)

This therapeutic response statement supports the relationship that BRAF p.V600K status confers therapeutic sensitivity to Cobimetinib, Vemurafenib in patients with Melanoma.

This statement is based on a regulatory approval from the Health Service Executive:

Cobimetinib and vemurafenib in combination are indicated for the treatment of adult patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma with a BRAF V600 mutation.

Citation

Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib Therapy, 2020, version number 2, NCCP National SACT Regimen, NCCP, viewed 19/12/2023, https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/5/cancer/profinfo/chemoprotocols/melanoma/cobimetinib%20and%20vemurafenib%20therapy.pdf