Catumaxomab

Catumaxomab

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type = mab


source = Rat-murine hybrid
target = EpCAM CD3
CAS_number = 509077-98-9
ATC_prefix = L01
ATC_suffix = XC09
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Catumaxomab (brand name Removab) is a rat-murine hybrid monoclonal antibody which is used to treat some cancers such as platinum-refractory ovarian cancer, malignant ascites, and gastric cancer. It binds to antigen CD3 and is also trifunctional. It is in clinical trials in the United States currently and is used in Europe. It is produced by Fresenius Biotech and Trion Pharma (Germany).

It works by linking T-lymphocytes with the cancer cells.


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