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CD-20 specific antibodies and methods of employing same

US9416187B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 7, 2004
Grant dateAug 16, 2016
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Expiry dateMay 11, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2317/732
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides monoclonal antibodies and antigen-binding fragments thereof that specifically bind to CD20, as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same. The invention further provides methods of using the monoclonal antibodies, antigen-binding fragments, and pharmaceutical compositions, for example, in methods of depleting B cells or in treating B cell disorders. Also provided are cells, nucleic acids and methods for producing the monoclonal antibodies.

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