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Recombinant GM-CSF

University of Arkansas · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Recombinant GM-CSF stimulates the production and activation of granulocytes and macrophages to enhance immune response.

Recombinant GM-CSF stimulates the production and activation of granulocytes and macrophages to enhance immune response. Used for Cancer immunotherapy (various malignancies in phase 3 development), Mobilization of hematopoietic stem cells.

At a glance

Generic nameRecombinant GM-CSF
SponsorUniversity of Arkansas
Drug classCytokine; Colony-stimulating factor
TargetGM-CSF receptor (CD116/CD131)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology; Immunology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

GM-CSF (granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor) is a cytokine that promotes the differentiation and proliferation of hematopoietic progenitor cells into granulocytes and macrophages. By increasing the number and activity of these immune cells, it enhances the body's ability to fight infections and potentially tumors. This mechanism makes it useful as an immunostimulatory agent in cancer therapy and infectious disease contexts.

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