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Daratumumab and corticosteroid treatment

Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Daratumumab binds to CD38 on multiple myeloma cells to trigger immune-mediated cell death, while corticosteroids provide immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory support.

Daratumumab binds to CD38 on multiple myeloma cells to trigger immune-mediated cell death, while corticosteroids provide immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory support. Used for Multiple myeloma (in combination with corticosteroids).

At a glance

Generic nameDaratumumab and corticosteroid treatment
Also known asIntervention arm
SponsorInstitute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China
Drug classMonoclonal antibody (CD38-targeting) combined with corticosteroid
TargetCD38
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Daratumumab is a monoclonal antibody that targets CD38, a surface antigen highly expressed on multiple myeloma cells, leading to cell death through antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC), antibody-dependent cellular phagocytosis (ADCP), and complement-dependent cytotoxicity (CDC). Corticosteroids are added to enhance treatment efficacy and manage treatment-related inflammation and immune responses.

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