Catumaxomab

Catumaxomab
Monoclonal antibody
TypeTrifunctional antibody
SourceRat/mouse hybrid
TargetEpCAM, CD3
Clinical data
Trade namesRemovab, others
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Routes of
administration
intraperitoneal infusion
ATC code
Legal status
Legal status
  • EU: Rx-only
  • In general: ℞ (Prescription only)
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CAS Number
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Catumaxomab, sold under the brand name Removab among others, is a rat-mouse hybrid monoclonal antibody which is used to treat malignant ascites, a condition occurring in people with metastasizing cancer. It binds to antigens CD3 and EpCAM. It was developed by Fresenius Biotech and Trion Pharma (Germany).