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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Locations
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, New York, 10029, United States
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Mt Sinai Chelesa
New York, New York, 10011, United States
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Mt Sinai West
New York, New York, 10019, United States
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