Oregovomab

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Oregovomab
Monoclonal antibody
Type Whole antibody
Source Template:Infobox drug/mab source
Target CA125
Identifiers
CAS Number 213327-37-8
ATC code none
Chemical data
Molar mass ca. 150 kDa
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Oregovomab (marketed under the trade name OvaRex) is a mouse monoclonal antibody it binds to the antigen CA125, a carbohydrate antigen. It is designed for the treatment of ovarian cancer.[1]

This drug was developed by AltaRex Corp.

References

  1. Statement On A Nonproprietary Name Adopted By The USAN Council - Oregovomab, American Medical Association.