Durvalumab

Durvalumab
Monoclonal antibody
Type Whole antibody
Source Human
Target CD274
Clinical data
ATC code none
Identifiers
CAS Number 1428935-60-7
IUPHAR/BPS 7985
ChemSpider none
Chemical and physical data
Formula C6502H10018N1742O2024S42
Molar mass 146.3 kg/mol

Durvalumab[1] is a monoclonal antibody being investigated for the treatment of cancer.[2] It targets programmed death ligand-1 (PD-L1).[3]

This drug was developed by MedImmune.

Clinical trials

A phase 1B clinical trial of durvalumab and tremelimumab showed some activity in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).[3]

Phase 1 data in advanced metastatic urothelial bladder (Study 1108) has led to FDA breakthrough therapy designation.[4]

Early results of a phase I trial combining durvalumab and gefitinib in lung cancer patients "showed promise".[5]

References

  1. ↑ World Health Organization (2014). "International Nonproprietary Names for Pharmaceutical Substances (INN). Proposed INN: List 112" (PDF). WHO Drug Information. 28 (4).
  2. ↑ Statement On A Nonproprietary Name Adopted By The USAN Council - Durvalumab, American Medical Association.
  3. 1 2 Astrazeneca’s combination of durvalumab with tremelimumab shows clinical activity in non-small cell lung cancer irrespective of PD-L1 status. Feb 2016
  4. ↑ AstraZeneca's (AZN) Durvalumab Granted FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation. StreeInsider.com Corporate News, FDA, Management Comments. February 17, 2016.
  5. ↑ Clinical Trial Points to Promising Drug Combo for Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma Patients. May 2016
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