Simtuzumab (INN; formerly GS 6624) is a humanized monoclonal antibody designed for the treatment of fibrosis.[1] It binds to LOXL2 and acts as an immunomodulator.[2] In January 2016, Gilead Sciences terminated its Phase 2 clinical study in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) due to lack of efficacy.[3]
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| Type | Whole antibody |
| Source | Humanized |
| Target | LOXL2 |
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| Formula | C6558H10134N1736O2037S50 |
| Molar mass | 147492.33 g·mol−1 |
References
edit- ^ Statement On A Nonproprietary Name Adopted By The USAN Council - Simtuzumab, American Medical Association.
- ^ World Health Organization (2012). "International Nonproprietary Names for Pharmaceutical Substances (INN). Proposed INN: List 107" (PDF). WHO Drug Information. 26 (2).
- ^ "Gilead Terminates Phase 2 Study of Simtuzumab in Patients With Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis". Gilead. 5 January 2016.
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