Erenumab

ATC Code N02CD01

Erenumab

Definition

A human immunoglobulin G2 (IgG2) monoclonal antibody targeting calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor (CGRPR), that can be used in the preventive treatment of migraine. Upon subcutaneous administration, erenumab specifically targets, binds to and blocks the activity of CGRPR. This may relief CGRPR-triggered migraine.

Also known as Aimovig, AMG 334, AMG-334, AMG334, ERENUMAB — per NCIT

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Indications

Disease Relation Source
Migraine may prevent MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work)