What is sorafenib used for? A targeted therapy for advanced cancers
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Sorafenib, a multikinase inhibitor also known by the brand name Nexavar®, was one of the first targeted therapies to demonstrate a significant survival benefit in patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma. This oral medication is primarily used to treat three distinct types of advanced cancer: liver, kidney, and a specific type of thyroid carcinoma.
