Atidarsagene autotemcel
- Generic Name
- Atidarsagene autotemcel
- Brand Names
- Libmeldy
- Drug Type
- Biotech
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- EPP8G99QG4
Overview
Atidarsagene autotemcel, sold under the brand name Libmeldy, is a gene therapy comprising genetically modified autologous CD34+ enriched hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells transduced ex vivo using a lentiviral vector encoding the human arylsulfatase A (ARSA) gene. Libmeldy was granted orphan designation by the EMA in April 2007, and was issued a marketing authorization in the EU in December 2020 for the treatment of certain manifestations of metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD).
Background
Atidarsagene autotemcel, sold under the brand name Libmeldy, is a gene therapy comprising genetically modified autologous CD34+ enriched hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells transduced ex vivo using a lentiviral vector encoding the human arylsulfatase A (ARSA) gene. Libmeldy was granted orphan designation by the EMA in April 2007, and was issued a marketing authorization in the EU in December 2020 for the treatment of certain manifestations of metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD).
Indication
Atidarsagene autotemcel is indicated for the treatment of metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD) characterized by biallelic mutations in the arylsulfatase A (ARSA) gene leading to a reduction of the ARSA enzymatic activity in children with:
Associated Conditions
- Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD)
Clinical Trials
FDA Approved Products
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