Lorlatinib update

BTOG wishes to inform members of a new NICE release that has been published today.

NICE has recommended Lorlatinib as an option for ALK-positive advanced non-small-cell lung cancer in adults who have not had an ALK inhibitor.

There is a commercial access agreement for Lorlatinib. NHS organisations can get details on the Commercial Access and Pricing (CAP) Portal.

 

For full details and the documents, please see the NICE website:

Overview | Lorlatinib for ALK-positive advanced non-small-cell lung cancer that has not been treated with an ALK inhibitor | Guidance | NICE

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