Plerixafor (Mozobil)
General information
Class/mechanism: Mobilizes hematopoetic stem cells by inhibiting the CXCR4 chemokine receptor and blocking its cognate ligand, stromal cell-derived factor-1α (SDF-1α). One function of CXCR4 is to anchor stem cells to the marrow matrix via SDF-1α or other adhesion molecules.[1][2]
Route: SC
Extravasation: n/a
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Diseases for which it is used
Patient drug information
History of changes in EMA indication
- 2009-07-30: Initial authorization
History of changes in PMDA indications
- 2016-12-19: Initial approval for the enhancement of mobilization of hematopoietic stem cells to the peripheral blood for autologous peripheral blood stem cell transplantation.
Also known as
- Code name: AMD-3100
- Brand name: Mozobil