Old arthritis drug shows promise against aggressive breast cancer

NCT ID NCT03709446

First seen Mar 19, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study tested leflunomide, a pill usually used for arthritis, in 17 women with metastatic triple negative breast cancer (a fast-growing type). The goal was to see if it is safe and can help control the cancer. The drug works by blocking a protein the cancer needs to grow.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    New York, New York, 10029, United States

  • Mt Sinai Chelesa

    New York, New York, 10011, United States

  • Mt Sinai West

    New York, New York, 10019, United States

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