Zolbetuximab
Zolbetuximab (development code IMAB362) is an experimental monoclonal antibody against isoform 2 of Claudin-18. It is under investigation for the treatment of gastrointestinal adenocarcinomas and pancreatic tumors. IMAB362 was developed by Ganymed Pharmaceuticals AG.[1]
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Type | Whole antibody |
Source | Chimeric |
Target | CLDN18.2 |
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Other names | IMAB362; Claudiximab |
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The drug is in phase III clinical trials as of November 2021.[2]
Preliminary results from the phase II 'FAST' trial in June 2016 suggest it is helpful for advanced gastric cancer.[3]
References
- "Our mission - Ganymed Pharmaceuticals GmbH - Ganymed Pharmaceuticals GmbH". www.ganymed-pharmaceuticals.de.
- "A Study of Zolbetuximab (IMAB362)". clinicaltrials.gov. 19 November 2021.
- "Antibody Shines in Advanced Gastric Cancer". medpagetoday.com. 5 June 2016.
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