Tucotuzumab

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Tucotuzumab is a monoclonal antibody designed for the treatment of cancer. This drug was developed by Immunomedics.

History[edit | edit source]

Tucotuzumab was one of the many monoclonal antibodies developed for the treatment of cancer. It was developed by Immunomedics, a company that specializes in the development of monoclonal, antibody-based products for the targeted treatment of cancer, autoimmune and other serious diseases.

Mechanism of Action[edit | edit source]

As a monoclonal antibody, Tucotuzumab works by targeting and attaching to specific proteins on the surface of cancer cells. This allows the immune system to better recognize and attack these cells.

Clinical Trials[edit | edit source]

Tucotuzumab has undergone various clinical trials to test its effectiveness and safety in treating cancer. The results of these trials have contributed to the understanding of the drug's potential benefits and risks.

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