Idarucizumab

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Idarucizumab
Monoclonal antibody
Type Fab fragment
Source Humanized (from mouse)
Target Dabigatran
Clinical data
Trade names Praxbind
Identifiers
CAS Number 1362509-93-0
ATC code V03AB37 (WHO)
IUPHAR/BPS 8298
Chemical data
Formula C2131H3299N555O671S11
Molecular mass 47.8 kg/mol

Idarucizumab, sold under the brand name Praxbind, is a monoclonal antibody designed for the reversal of anticoagulant effects of dabigatran.[1][2]

This drug was developed by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals. A large study sponsored by the manufacturer found that idarucizumab effectively reversed anticoagulation by dabigatran within minutes.[3] It was FDA approved in October 2015.[4] In the United States the wholesale cost is $3500 US.[5]

See also

Other anticoagulant antidotes

References

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