Nesvacumab

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Nesvacumab

Nesvacumab (pronounced: nes-va-cu-mab) is a monoclonal antibody designed for the treatment of various types of cancer. It is currently under investigation in clinical trials.

Etymology

The term "Nesvacumab" is derived from the International Nonproprietary Names (INN), where 'mab' at the end suggests it is a monoclonal antibody. 'Nesva' is a unique stem used for naming.

Definition

Nesvacumab is a type of monoclonal antibody that is being studied in the treatment of certain types of cancer. Monoclonal antibodies are made to target and destroy only certain cells in the body, which may help to protect healthy cells from damage.

Usage

Nesvacumab is used in the field of oncology for the treatment of various types of cancer. It is currently in the clinical trial phase.

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