Torisel among new approval recommendations in Japan

Wyeth/Pfizer's infused mTOR kinase inhibitor, Torisel (temsirolimus), has been recommended for approval in Japan for the treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC).

Wyeth/Pfizer's infused mTOR kinase inhibitor, Torisel (temsirolimus), has been recommended for approval in Japan for the treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC).

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