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TNFa Antagonist - Adalimumab

University of Calgary · FDA-approved active Biologic

Adalimumab is a monoclonal antibody that binds to and neutralizes tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), a key inflammatory cytokine.

Adalimumab is a monoclonal antibody that binds to and neutralizes tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), a key inflammatory cytokine. Used for Rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis.

At a glance

Generic nameTNFa Antagonist - Adalimumab
SponsorUniversity of Calgary
Drug classTNF-α antagonist (monoclonal antibody)
TargetTNF-α (Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha)
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaImmunology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

TNF-α is a pro-inflammatory cytokine central to immune-mediated inflammatory diseases. By binding TNF-α with high affinity and specificity, adalimumab prevents its interaction with TNF receptors on immune cells and tissue, thereby suppressing the inflammatory cascade. This reduces recruitment and activation of inflammatory cells, decreasing systemic and local inflammation.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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