Mitumomab

Mitumomab
Monoclonal antibody
Type Whole antibody
Source Mouse
Target GD3 ganglioside
Clinical data
ATC code none
Identifiers
CAS Number 216503-58-1 N
IUPHAR/BPS 7981
ChemSpider none
KEGG D05061 YesY
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Mitumomab (BEC-2) is a mouse monoclonal antibody investigated for the treatment of small cell lung carcinoma in combination with BCG vaccination. Mitumomab attacks tumour cells, while the vaccine is thought to activate the immune system. As of September 2009, the drug is undergoing Phase III clinical trials.[1][2]

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