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Dalotuzumab is an anti-IGF1 receptor (IGF1R) humanized monoclonal antibody designed for the potential treatment of various cancers.[1] Common adverse effects include hyperglycemia, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.[2] Dalotuzumab was developed by Merck and Co., Inc.[3]
Indications
Dalotuzumab is indicated to treat breast cancer, colorectal cancer, multiple myeloma, neuroendocrine tumors, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), pancreatic cancer, and solid tumors.[1]
Adverse Effects
Adverse effects of Dalotuzumab:[1][2][4]
- Infusion-related reaction
- Fever
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Weight loss
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Stomatitis
- Abdominal pain
- Intestinal bleeding
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Hyperglycemia
- Transaminitis
- Neutropenia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Pneumonitis
Mechanism of Action
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History
There are now more than 30 different anti-IGF1R candidate drugs involved in over 70 industry and academic-initiated clinical trials.[6]
Dalotuzumab (MK-0646) was developed by Merck and Co., Inc. under license from French pharmaceutical company, Pierre Fabre.[3] Dalotuzumab presently remains in clinical trials and has not been granted FDA approval.[7]