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Exploring the Cutting Edge: What is the new monoclonal antibody drug?

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More than 21 antibody therapeutics were granted a first approval in at least one country during 2024 [1.2.3]. So, **what is the new monoclonal antibody drug?** These lab-made proteins are revolutionizing treatment for cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases by targeting specific cells [1.8.1, 1.8.4].

What Is the FDA Approved Monoclonal Antibody? A Guide to Therapeutic Biologics

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The first FDA-approved monoclonal antibody (mAb) for therapeutic use, muromonab-CD3, was approved in 1986 for preventing organ transplant rejection, marking a new era of targeted medicine. Since this historic milestone, a diverse and growing range of FDA approved monoclonal antibody therapies has revolutionized treatment paradigms across various diseases.

Decoding Drug Names: What Does the Ending Umab Mean?

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As of 2024, nearly 200 monoclonal antibodies have been approved for treating diseases, with many more in development [1.7.1]. This raises a common question for patients and caregivers alike: what does the ending umab mean and what does it signify about the medication?

What Medicine Is Made From Plasma?: Exploring Lifesaving Therapies

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Millions of patients worldwide depend on plasma-derived therapies for survival and improved quality of life. Answering the question, **what medicine is made from plasma?**, involves understanding how donated human plasma is processed into critical treatments for numerous rare and chronic conditions.