First-in-class medication
First-in-class medication
First-in-class medication (pronunciation: /fɜrst ɪn klæs mɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/) refers to a drug that uses a unique, novel mechanism of action, different from any existing therapies. These medications are the first to target a specific biological target or to use a particular drug design strategy.
Etymology
The term "first-in-class" is derived from the phrase "first in its class," indicating that the medication is the first of its kind in a new class of drugs.
Related Terms
- Biological target: A molecule, such as a protein or gene, that is targeted by a drug for the treatment of a disease.
- Drug design: The process of designing new medications based on the knowledge of a biological target.
- Mechanism of action: The specific biochemical interaction through which a drug substance produces its pharmacological effect.
- Therapy: Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on First-in-class medication
- Wikipedia's article - First-in-class medication
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