Synonyms: interleukin-11
Compound class:
Endogenous peptide in human, mouse or rat
Comment: IL-11 is a member of the IL-6-type cytokine family. The recombinant form of human IL-11 is an approved drug with INN oprelvekin.
Species: Human
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Immunopharmacology Comments |
IL-11 is a thrombopoietic growth factor important for megakaryocyte maturation (i.e. platelet production). Its platelet producing activity is used clinically to treat/prevent severe thrombocytopenia. |