Synonyms: SAR279356
Compound class:
Antibody
Comment: F598 is a fully human IgG1 monoclonal antibody that targets poly-β-1,6-N-acetyl-d-glucosamine (PNAG) in microbial surfaces and biofilms [1-3]. It is being developed by Alopexx Pharma (Cambridge, USA) as an immune-mediated therapy for the prevention of nosocomial infections.
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Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects ![]() |
F598 targets PNAG, a polysaccharide that is highly conserved and expressed on the surface of many microorganisms, including Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, fungi, and protozoan parasites but is not found in mammals [1]. |
Clinical Trials | |||||
Clinical Trial ID | Title | Type | Source | Comment | References |
NCT03222401 | Trial to Assess the Efficacy of F598 in Preventing an Experimental Urethral Infection With N. Gonorrhoeae in Healthy Males | Phase 2 Interventional | AlopexxPharma | Terminated following interim analysis that suggested that the study, as designed, was not adequately powered to detect a therapeutic effect. | |
NCT01389700 | Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics and Safety Evaluation of SAR279356 in Intensive Care Unit Mechanically Ventilated Patients | Phase 2 Interventional | Sanofi | Terminated due to difficulty in patient recruitment. |