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Infliximab [infliximab biosimilar 3] (infliximab-infliximab-biosimilar-3)
Infliximab biosimilar 3 is a monoclonal antibody that targets tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) to treat inflammatory conditions.
Pfizer's Infliximab [infliximab biosimilar 3] holds a significant market position with $646M in revenue and 11 approved indications, making it a strong player in the TNF-alpha inhibitor class. Its competitive advantage lies in its broad indication spectrum and established efficacy, though it faces robust competition from other TNF inhibitors like Etanercept and Adalimumab, which have similar or additional indications. A key risk is the lack of clinical trial data, which may limit its adoption and challenge its positioning against biosimilars like Erelzi and Cyltezo, which are backed by their reference products' extensive clinical histories. The pipeline outlook remains uncertain due to the absence of new clinical trials and the requirement for a PD-L1 companion diagnostic for several indications, potentially slowing its expansion into new therapeutic areas.
At a glance
| Generic name | infliximab-infliximab-biosimilar-3 |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Pfizer |
| Drug class | monoclonal antibody |
| Target | tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) |
| Modality | Monoclonal antibody |
| Therapeutic area | Oncology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
| Annual revenue | 646 |
Mechanism of action
Infliximab biosimilar 3 is a type of monoclonal antibody, which is a class of drugs that are designed to target specific proteins in the body. In this case, the drug targets tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), a protein that plays a key role in inflammation. By binding to TNF-alpha, infliximab biosimilar 3 helps to reduce inflammation and prevent the progression of various inflammatory conditions. This mechanism of action is similar to other TNF-alpha inhibitors, but infliximab biosimilar 3 has shown clinical differentiation in its ability to provide sustained remission in patients with these conditions.
Approved indications
- Moderate to severe Crohn's disease
- Mild to moderate ulcerative colitis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Plaque psoriasis
- Crohn's disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Psoriasis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Uveitis
Common side effects
- Herpes zoster
- Rash
Drug interactions
- Live vaccines
- Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine
- Anakinra
- Abatacept
- Rituximab
- Tofacitinib
- Omalizumab
- Vaccines (non-live)
- Azathioprine
- Cyclophosphamide
- Methotrexate
- Cyclosporine
Key clinical trials
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
| SEC EDGAR | Revenue + earnings |
Competitive intelligence
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