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placebo to tocilizumab IV

Hoffmann-La Roche · Phase 3 active Small molecule

placebo to tocilizumab IV is a IL-6 receptor antagonist Small molecule drug developed by Hoffmann-La Roche. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Rheumatoid arthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Giant cell arteritis.

Tocilizumab is an interleukin-6 receptor antagonist that inhibits the inflammatory response by blocking the action of interleukin-6.

Tocilizumab is an interleukin-6 receptor antagonist that inhibits the inflammatory response by blocking the action of interleukin-6. Used for Rheumatoid arthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Giant cell arteritis.

At a glance

Generic nameplacebo to tocilizumab IV
SponsorHoffmann-La Roche
Drug classIL-6 receptor antagonist
TargetIL-6R
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaImmunology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Interleukin-6 is a cytokine that plays a key role in the inflammatory response. By blocking the interleukin-6 receptor, tocilizumab reduces inflammation and prevents tissue damage. This mechanism is particularly effective in treating conditions characterized by excessive inflammation, such as rheumatoid arthritis.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about placebo to tocilizumab IV

What is placebo to tocilizumab IV?

placebo to tocilizumab IV is a IL-6 receptor antagonist drug developed by Hoffmann-La Roche, indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Giant cell arteritis.

How does placebo to tocilizumab IV work?

Tocilizumab is an interleukin-6 receptor antagonist that inhibits the inflammatory response by blocking the action of interleukin-6.

What is placebo to tocilizumab IV used for?

placebo to tocilizumab IV is indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Giant cell arteritis, Carvastatin-induced giant cell arteritis, Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

Who makes placebo to tocilizumab IV?

placebo to tocilizumab IV is developed by Hoffmann-La Roche (see full Hoffmann-La Roche pipeline at /company/roche).

What drug class is placebo to tocilizumab IV in?

placebo to tocilizumab IV belongs to the IL-6 receptor antagonist class. See all IL-6 receptor antagonist drugs at /class/il-6-receptor-antagonist.

What development phase is placebo to tocilizumab IV in?

placebo to tocilizumab IV is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of placebo to tocilizumab IV?

Common side effects of placebo to tocilizumab IV include Increased risk of infections, Neutropenia, Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Hypersensitivity reactions, Increased risk of malignancies.

What does placebo to tocilizumab IV target?

placebo to tocilizumab IV targets IL-6R and is a IL-6 receptor antagonist.

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