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ADVM-022

Adverum Biotechnologies, Inc. · Phase 2 active Biologic

ADVM-022 is an adeno-associated virus (AAV) vector-based gene therapy that targets the vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A) gene.

ADVM-022 is an adeno-associated virus (AAV) vector-based gene therapy that targets the vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A) gene. Used for Wet age-related macular degeneration.

At a glance

Generic nameADVM-022
Also known asAAV.7m8-aflibercept
SponsorAdverum Biotechnologies, Inc.
Drug classAAV vector-based gene therapy
TargetVEGF-A
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaOphthalmology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

By targeting the VEGF-A gene, ADVM-022 aims to reduce the expression of VEGF-A protein, which is involved in the formation of new blood vessels. This approach is intended to treat diseases characterized by abnormal angiogenesis, such as wet age-related macular degeneration.

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