How does Besponsa work to treat acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com Last updated on Sep 30, 2019.
Official Answer
by Drugs.comBesponsa works by binding to B-cell ALL cancer cells that express the CD22 antigen and blocking the growth of cancerous cells.
Besponsa (inotuzumab ozogamicin), from Pfizer, is a CD22 monoclonal antibody and calicheamicin cytotoxic agent conjugate for relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in adults.
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Drug Information
- Besponsa Information for Consumers
- Besponsa Information for Healthcare Professionals (includes dosage details)
- Side Effects of Besponsa (detailed)
