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CervarixTM

GlaxoSmithKline · Phase 3 active Biologic

Cervarix is a bivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine that stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against HPV types 16 and 18, preventing infection and cervical cancer development.

Cervarix is a bivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine that stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies against HPV types 16 and 18, preventing infection and cervical cancer development. Used for Prevention of cervical cancer caused by HPV types 16 and 18, Prevention of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) grades 1, 2, and 3 caused by HPV types 16 and 18.

At a glance

Generic nameCervarixTM
SponsorGlaxoSmithKline
Drug classProphylactic vaccine
TargetHuman papillomavirus types 16 and 18
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaOncology / Immunology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Cervarix contains virus-like particles (VLPs) derived from HPV types 16 and 18, the two strains most commonly associated with cervical cancer. When administered, the vaccine triggers both humoral and cellular immune responses, generating high titers of neutralizing antibodies that prevent viral infection of cervical epithelial cells. This prophylactic approach blocks the initial infection step, thereby preventing the persistent HPV infection that leads to malignant transformation.

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Key clinical trials

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