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Tengonermin

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Identification

Generic Name
Tengonermin
DrugBank Accession Number
DB16689
Background

Tengonermin, also known as NGR-hTNF, is a vascular-targeting drug.1 It is a recombinant protein and peptide-targeted agent consisting of the human Tumour Necrosis Factor-α (TNF-α) conjugated with the CNGRCG peptide.3 This drug works by modifying the tumor microenvironment and increasing intratumoral chemotherapy penetration and T-cell infiltration.1

NGR-hTNF specifically targets angiogenic tumor blood vessels using the NGR motif.2 Literature demonstrates that NGR-peptides bind to a CD13 isoform, of which expression is restricted to tumor vasculature cells.2 A study also demonstrated that binding of the NGR-motif to CD13 determined both the homing of NGR-hTNF to tumor vessels and the increase in its antiangiogenic activity.2

Type
Biotech
Groups
Investigational
Biologic Classification
Protein Based Therapies
Peptides
Protein Chemical Formula
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Protein Average Weight
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Sequences
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Synonyms
  • NGR-hTNF
  • Tengonermin
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Pharmacology

Indication

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Pharmacodynamics

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Mechanism of action

Tengonermin has highly selective homing to tumor blood vessels due to the NGR peptide portion binding specifically to a CD13 isoform (expressed selectively by endothelial cells of human tumor vessels during neoangiogenesis) which allows it to spare tumor-unrelated human tissues.3 This drug also increases apoptosis of angiogenic endothelial cells in vivo. 3 The aforementioned effects significantly contribute to controlling the growth of tumors.3 Once the drug targets the tumor vasculature, multiple downstream effects occur, mediated by the interaction of both components of the molecule.3

Absorption

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Volume of distribution

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Protein binding

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Metabolism
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Route of elimination

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Half-life

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Clearance

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Adverse Effects
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Toxicity

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Pathways
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Pharmacogenomic Effects/ADRs
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Interactions

Drug Interactions
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Food Interactions
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International/Other Brands
Arenegyr (MolMed)

Categories

Drug Categories
Chemical TaxonomyProvided by Classyfire
Description
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Kingdom
Organic Compounds
Super Class
Organic Acids
Class
Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives
Sub Class
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Analogues
Direct Parent
Peptides
Alternative Parents
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Substituents
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Molecular Framework
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External Descriptors
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Affected organisms
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Chemical Identifiers

UNII
2YQ0811D7K
CAS number
1960461-99-7

References

General References
  1. Gregorc V, Gaafar RM, Favaretto A, Grossi F, Jassem J, Polychronis A, Bidoli P, Tiseo M, Shah R, Taylor P, Novello S, Muzio A, Bearz A, Greillier L, Fontana F, Salini G, Lambiase A, O'Brien M: NGR-hTNF in combination with best investigator choice in previously treated malignant pleural mesothelioma (NGR015): a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 trial. Lancet Oncol. 2018 Jun;19(6):799-811. doi: 10.1016/S1470-2045(18)30193-1. Epub 2018 May 9. [Article]
  2. Valentinis B, Porcellini S, Asperti C, Cota M, Zhou D, Di Matteo P, Garau G, Zucchelli C, Avanzi NR, Rizzardi GP, Degano M, Musco G, Traversari C: Mechanism of Action of the Tumor Vessel Targeting Agent NGR-hTNF: Role of Both NGR Peptide and hTNF in Cell Binding and Signaling. Int J Mol Sci. 2019 Sep 12;20(18). pii: ijms20184511. doi: 10.3390/ijms20184511. [Article]
  3. European Medicines Agency (EMA): Zafiride [Link]
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Clinical Trials

Clinical Trials
PhaseStatusPurposeConditionsCount
3CompletedTreatmentMalignant Pleural Mesothelioma (MPM)1
2CompletedTreatmentColon Cancer1
2CompletedTreatmentColorectal Cancer1
2CompletedTreatmentDiffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)1
2CompletedTreatmentHepatocellular Carcinoma1

Pharmacoeconomics

Manufacturers
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Packagers
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Dosage Forms
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Prices
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Patents
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Properties

State
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Experimental Properties
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Drug created at April 08, 2021 18:50 / Updated at July 18, 2023 22:58