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Lurbinectedin is a novel anti-cancer drug, developed by the pharmaceutical company PharmaMar, that has shown promising results in clinical trials for small cell lung cancer [1]. The drug works by inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells and inducing their death [2]. However, the current information available does not provide sufficient evidence to determine whether lurbinectedin can be a long-term alternative to traditional blood pressure (BP) medications.

BP medications, also known as antihypertensive drugs, are used to treat high blood pressure and prevent complications such as heart attack and stroke [3]. These medications work by reducing the force of blood against the walls of the arteries, thus lowering BP [3]. The long-term use of these medications has been extensively studied and proven to be safe and effective [3].

Lurbinectedin, on the other hand, is primarily an anti-cancer drug and its long-term effects on BP have not been studied [1][2]. The drug is still in the early stages of development and more research is needed to determine its long-term safety and efficacy [1].

Therefore, based on the available information, it is not possible to conclude whether lurbinectedin can be a long-term alternative to traditional BP medications. Further research is needed to evaluate the drug's potential in this area.

Sources:

1. PharmaMar. (2021). Lurbinectedin. DrugPatentWatch.com. Retrieved from <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/lurbinectedin>
2. National Cancer Institute. (2021). Lurbinectedin. National Cancer Institute. Retrieved from <https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/drugs/lurbinectedin>
3. American Heart Association. (2021). High Blood Pressure (Hypertension). American Heart Association. Retrieved from <https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure>