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Dato-DXd

AstraZeneca · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Dato-DXd is an antibody-drug conjugate that targets TROP-2 on cancer cells and delivers a DNA-damaging payload (deruxtecan) to induce cell death.

Dato-DXd is an antibody-drug conjugate that targets TROP-2 on cancer cells and delivers a DNA-damaging payload (deruxtecan) to induce cell death. Used for Metastatic or unresectable gastric cancer, Metastatic or unresectable biliary tract cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

At a glance

Generic nameDato-DXd
Also known asDS-1062a, Datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd, DS-1062a), Datopotamab Deruxtecan, IMP administration, DS-1062
SponsorAstraZeneca
Drug classAntibody-drug conjugate (ADC)
TargetTROP-2 (Trophoblast cell surface antigen 2)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Dato-DXd combines a humanized monoclonal antibody against TROP-2 (a tumor-associated antigen) with a topoisomerase I inhibitor payload (deruxtecan). Upon binding to TROP-2 on cancer cells, the conjugate is internalized and the payload is released intracellularly, causing DNA damage and apoptosis. The linker technology allows controlled release of the cytotoxic agent specifically within tumor cells.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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