Sebelipase alfa

Generic Name
Sebelipase alfa
Brand Names
Kanuma
Drug Type
Biotech
Chemical Formula
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CAS Number
1276027-63-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
K4YTU42T8G
Background

The lysosomal acid lipase (LAL) enzyme is found in lysosomes and is primarily responsible for the metabolism of lipids, and its absence or deficiency results in the accumulation of lipids in various organs. This lipid accumulation can lead to end-organ damage in the form of liver dysfunction or malabsorption secondary to intestinal dysfunction. In addition, patients with LAL deficiency typically develop dyslipidemia, which itself contributes to a number of adverse cardiovascular outcomes.

Sebelipase alfa is a recombinant form LAL approved for the treatment of LAL deficiency. It was first approved by both the FDA and EMA in 2015 and is marketed under the brand name Kanuma (Alexion Pharmaceuticals).

Indication

Sebelipase alfa is a hydrolytic lysosomal cholesteryl ester and triacylglycerol-specific enzyme indicated for the treatment of patients with a diagnosis of Lysosomal Acid Lipase (LAL) deficiency.

Associated Conditions
Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency
Associated Therapies
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Clinical Study In Infants With Rapidly Progressive Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency

Phase 2
Terminated
Conditions
Interventions
First Posted Date
2014-07-18
Last Posted Date
2019-11-18
Lead Sponsor
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Target Recruit Count
10
Registration Number
NCT02193867

Safety and Efficacy Study of Sebelipase Alfa in Participants With Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency

Phase 2
Completed
Conditions
Interventions
First Posted Date
2014-04-14
Last Posted Date
2019-12-04
Lead Sponsor
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Target Recruit Count
31
Registration Number
NCT02112994

Acid Lipase Replacement Investigating Safety and Efficacy (ARISE) in Participants With Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency

First Posted Date
2012-12-28
Last Posted Date
2020-12-29
Lead Sponsor
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Target Recruit Count
66
Registration Number
NCT01757184
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