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mRNA-1283

ModernaTX, Inc. · FDA-approved active Biologic

mRNA-1283 is a self-amplifying mRNA vaccine that encodes human papillomavirus (HPV) antigens to stimulate immune responses against HPV-infected cells.

mRNA-1283 is a self-amplifying mRNA vaccine that encodes human papillomavirus (HPV) antigens to stimulate immune responses against HPV-infected cells. Used for HPV16/18-positive cervical cancer (in combination with Merck's Keytruda), HPV-related cancers and precancerous lesions.

At a glance

Generic namemRNA-1283
SponsorModernaTX, Inc.
Drug classmRNA vaccine
TargetHPV16 and HPV18 antigens (E6 and E7 proteins)
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

The vaccine delivers self-amplifying mRNA (saRNA) that is translated into HPV16 and HPV18 antigens within host cells, triggering both CD8+ T-cell and antibody responses. This approach aims to treat existing HPV-related cancers and precancerous lesions by mobilizing the patient's own immune system to recognize and eliminate HPV-expressing cells.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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