Difference between revisions of "Obinutuzumab (Gazyva)"

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==Diseases for which it is established ''(work in progress)''==
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*[[Chronic lymphocytic leukemia]]
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*[[Follicular lymphoma]]
  
 
==Diseases for which it is used==
 
==Diseases for which it is used==
*[[Chronic lymphocytic leukemia]]
 
 
*[[Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma]]
 
*[[Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma]]
*[[Follicular lymphoma]]
 
 
*[[Mantle cell lymphoma]]
 
*[[Mantle cell lymphoma]]
  

Revision as of 14:49, 31 May 2022

General information

Class/mechanism: Glyco-engineered anti-CD20 IgG1 type II monoclonal antibody. Engineered with a modified elbow hinge residue (valine instead of leucine at Kabat position 11) and a glyco-engineered Fc region, which is postulated to enhance its immunomodulatory effect.[1][2][3]
Route: IV
Extravasation: no information

For conciseness and simplicity, HemOnc.org currently will focus on treatment regimens and not list information such as: renal/hepatic dose adjustments, metabolism (including CYP450), excretion, monitoring parameters (although this will be considered for checklists), or manufacturer. Instead, for the most current information, please refer to your preferred pharmacopeias such as Micromedex, Lexicomp, UpToDate (courtesy of Lexicomp), or the package insert.[1]

Diseases for which it is established (work in progress)

Diseases for which it is used

Patient drug information

No information available.

History of changes in FDA indication

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia

Follicular lymphoma

Also known as

  • Code names: GA101, R7159, RO5072759
  • Generic name: afutuzumab
  • Brand name: Gazyva

References