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Drug profile · INN

erenumab

erenumab (AIMOVIG) is a calcitonin gene-related peptide type 1 receptor antagonist.

EMA: approved Nervous system (N02) N02CD01
Patents linked 0
Pipeline programs 3
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Drug details — erenumab
Class
Nervous system (N02)
Route
Patents
0
Programs
3
Data quality
0.83

Quick answer

erenumab (AIMOVIG) is a calcitonin gene-related peptide type 1 receptor antagonist.

Key facts

INN erenumab
Brand AIMOVIG
Mechanism Calcitonin gene-related peptide type 1 receptor antagonist
Target Calcitonin gene-related peptide type 1 receptor
Therapeutic class Nervous system (N02)
ATC code N02CD01

Mechanism of action

Calcitonin gene-related peptide type 1 receptor antagonist

Primary target: Calcitonin gene-related peptide type 1 receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. Erenumab Phase 3 · United Therapeutics Europe · Fibromyalgia
  2. Erenumab, Placebo for AMG 334 Phase 3 · Amgen · Episodic Migraine
  3. Placebo for AMG 334, Erenumab Phase 3 · Amgen · Chronic Migraine

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Frequently asked questions

What is erenumab?

erenumab (AIMOVIG) is a calcitonin gene-related peptide type 1 receptor antagonist.

What is the brand name for erenumab?

AIMOVIG is a marketed brand name for erenumab. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.