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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