LY2928057   Click here for help

GtoPdb Ligand ID: 8416

Compound class: Antibody
Comment: LY2928057 is an investigational anti-ferroportin monoclonal being developed as a treatment for anemia. A search of patents reveals WO2010065496 A1 as Eli Lilly's application covering the development and use of anti-ferroportin 1 monoclonal antibodies [1]. The HGNC approved gene symbol for ferroportin 1 is SLC40A1.
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Summary of Clinical Use Click here for help
LY2928057 is being evaluated in a Phase 1 clinical trial as a potential treatment for anemia caused by renal insufficiency (or chrionic kidney disease).
Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects Click here for help
LY2928057 blocks the ferroportin-hepcidin interaction which would result in degradation of the transporter. The physiological effect is an increased circulating iron level.