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cetuximab
ERBITUX
cetuximab (ERBITUX) is a epidermal growth factor receptor erbb1 inhibitor. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Route of administration: intravenous. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Drug details — cetuximab
- US status
- approved
- Class
- Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L01)
- Route
- INTRAVENOUS
- Patents
- 0
- Programs
- 46
- Data quality
- 0.84
Quick answer
cetuximab (ERBITUX) is a epidermal growth factor receptor erbb1 inhibitor. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Route of administration: intravenous. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Key facts
Mechanism of action
Epidermal growth factor receptor erbB1 inhibitor
Primary target: Epidermal growth factor receptor
Approval history
| Authority | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FDA | approved | — |
| EMA | approved | — |
| TGA | approved | — |
| NMPA | clinical trials | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What is cetuximab?
cetuximab (ERBITUX) is a epidermal growth factor receptor erbb1 inhibitor. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Route of administration: intravenous. Current US regulatory status: approved.
What is the brand name for cetuximab?
ERBITUX is a marketed brand name for cetuximab. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.
What is the US approval status of cetuximab?
cetuximab has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.