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JCAR017

Celgene · Phase 2 active Small molecule

JCAR017 is a CD19-directed CAR T-cell therapy designed to target and eliminate CD19-positive B cells.

JCAR017 is a CD19-directed CAR T-cell therapy designed to target and eliminate CD19-positive B cells. Used for Relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL).

At a glance

Generic nameJCAR017
Also known asLisocabtagene Maraleucel (liso-cel)
SponsorCelgene
Drug classCAR T-cell therapy
TargetCD19
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

JCAR017 involves genetically modifying a patient's T cells to express a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) that specifically targets the CD19 antigen found on the surface of B cells, leading to the destruction of CD19-positive cells, including cancerous B cells in certain types of lymphoma.

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