Cobimetinib is an oral medication that falls under the category of targeted therapies. It is a MEK kinase inhibitor, recommended in the treatment of unresectable or metastatic melanoma. Going by the FDA approval, the specific indications are in the patients with BRAF V600E or V600K mutation. Wild-type BRAF melanoma patients cannot be given Cobimetinib. This drug is developed by the companies very well known names in the arena of Oncology drug innovation - Exelixis and Genentech. Cobimetinib in India can be sourced through legal import channels.   

Being an oral option of medication which is also given in another oral combination namely vemurafenib, this drug is a convenient treatment option. Cotellic in India is often enquired by Oncologists treating Melanoma. Cotellic is the brand name for Cobimetinib which has global presence. Considering the data and promising outcomes, Indian consultants often recommend advanced drugs to enhance the treatment planning and outcomes. FDA approval was granted to this drug for the first time in 2014. This was under the orphan drug status. With the treatment options swiftly moving towards Immunotherapy, there is more scope for targeted therapies. 

Cotellic in India is also prescribed based on the global guidelines. It is given along with vemurafenib for 21 days in a 28 days cycle. Cotellic 20mg tablets are available in a pack of 63 tablets. Promoted by Genentech as per the packaging information, one pack of 63 tablets could be used for a month if the dosage is 60mg per day.

Oncologists are authorized to prescribe Cotellic in India. Your treating Physician’s prescription can be used to get an import permit in the name of patient. Only the permits or licenses issued in patient’s name are considered valid.

You can search for the CDSCO portal online and proceed to apply for patient specific permit. You have to be specific in terms of quality required for Cobimetinib India import. You can expect the permit within 48 hours under normal circumstances.

Once you are legally eligible to import in limited quantities, you should approach a global supplier who is also authorized to export to India. Moreover your supplier must be aware of the technicalities in the Indian scenario.

All payments must be made through formal banking processes. This is safe for you as well. Only authorized suppliers will encourage formal payments. Once your supplier provides you with a forecast for shipment, you should prepare the customs clearance documents.

You can have the lifesaving medicines delivered at your preferred location in the country. It depends on how well you plan right from the beginning. If you follow the right procedures, everything will be hassle free.

1. You must be aware of fraudulent claims and practices when it comes to procuring original lifesaving medicines. It is not wise to trust the unauthorized traders who may not fully understand the import process.

2. You must ask for documents that will support the legal import. Be cautious about the expiry dates and country of import, such details matter. There could be compromise made at many levels which you may not even know.

3. Securing the commercial invoice from the global supplier which can be validated by your Bank is important. Along with it, you must retain the copy of Bill of entry as the proof of customs clearance.

Synergy Drugs has the process knowledge and can help you with all the technical specifications of Cotellic India import. We are a team of professionals who will help you to approach the global sources. They are most reputed and have adequate experience in dealing with Indian patients. Reach out to us for professional assistance.