Basiliximab

Generic Name
Basiliximab
Brand Names
Simulect
Drug Type
Biotech
Chemical Formula
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CAS Number
179045-86-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
9927MT646M
Background

A recombinant chimeric (murine/human) monoclonal antibody (IgG1k) that functions as an immunosuppressive agent, specifically binding to and blocking the interleukin-2 receptor a-chain (IL-2R alpha, also known as CD25 antigen) on the surface of activated T-lymphocytes. It is a 144 kDa glycoprotein obtained from fermentation of an established mouse myeloma cel...

Indication

For prophylactic treatment of kidney transplant rejection

Associated Conditions
Rejection Acute Renal
Associated Therapies
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