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Primary information
ID12091
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesAdjuvants, Immunologic
Patents Number5981589
Date of Issue09-11-1999
Date of Expiry24-05-2014
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameCopaxone
CompanyTEVA Canada Limited
Brand DescriptionTEVA Canada Limited
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg / mL
FormulationCOPAXONE is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, soreness, itching, swelling, or a hard lump), nausea, vomiting, chills, joint aches, body aches, neck pain, back pain, double vision, headache, increased urge to urinate, weakness, runny nose, swelling in your hands or feet, vaginal itching or discharge, fever, chills, flu symptoms, sore throat, or white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips.
Route of AdministrationCopaxone is a combination of four amino acids (proteins) that affect the immune system. Copaxone injection is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Copaxone will not...
Recommended DosageCopaxone is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. Copaxone may be used alone or with other medications.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsGlatiramer acetate, the active ingredient of COPAXONE, consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000 – 9,000 daltons. Glatiramer acetate is identified by specific antibodies.
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RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12092
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesAmino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Patents Number2191088
Date of Issue28-09-2004
Date of Expiry23-05-2015
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameCopaxone
CompanyTEVA Canada Limited
Brand DescriptionTEVA Canada Limited
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name40 mg / mL
FormulationCOPAXONE is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, soreness, itching, swelling, or a hard lump), nausea, vomiting, chills, joint aches, body aches, neck pain, back pain, double vision, headache, increased urge to urinate, weakness, runny nose, swelling in your hands or feet, vaginal itching or discharge, fever, chills, flu symptoms, sore throat, or white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips.
Route of AdministrationCopaxone is a combination of four amino acids (proteins) that affect the immune system. Copaxone injection is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Copaxone will not...
Recommended DosageCopaxone is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. Copaxone may be used alone or with other medications.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsGlatiramer acetate, the active ingredient of COPAXONE, consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000 – 9,000 daltons. Glatiramer acetate is identified by specific antibodies.
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12093
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesAntineoplastic and Immunomodulating Agents
Patents Number8232250
Date of Issue31-07-2012
Date of Expiry19-08-2030
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameCopaxone
CompanySanofi Aventis
Brand DescriptionSanofi Aventis
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg/1mL
FormulationCOPAXONE is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, soreness, itching, swelling, or a hard lump), nausea, vomiting, chills, joint aches, body aches, neck pain, back pain, double vision, headache, increased urge to urinate, weakness, runny nose, swelling in your hands or feet, vaginal itching or discharge, fever, chills, flu symptoms, sore throat, or white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips.
Route of AdministrationCopaxone is a combination of four amino acids (proteins) that affect the immune system. Copaxone injection is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Copaxone will not...
Recommended DosageCopaxone is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. Copaxone may be used alone or with other medications.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsGlatiramer acetate, the active ingredient of COPAXONE, consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000 – 9,000 daltons. Glatiramer acetate is identified by specific antibodies.
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12094
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesAntirheumatic Agents
Patents Number8399413
Date of Issue19-03-2013
Date of Expiry19-08-2030
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameCopaxone
CompanyTeva Neuroscience, Inc.
Brand DescriptionTeva Neuroscience, Inc.
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg/1mL
FormulationCOPAXONE is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, soreness, itching, swelling, or a hard lump), nausea, vomiting, chills, joint aches, body aches, neck pain, back pain, double vision, headache, increased urge to urinate, weakness, runny nose, swelling in your hands or feet, vaginal itching or discharge, fever, chills, flu symptoms, sore throat, or white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips.
Route of AdministrationCopaxone is a combination of four amino acids (proteins) that affect the immune system. Copaxone injection is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Copaxone will not...
Recommended DosageCopaxone is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. Copaxone may be used alone or with other medications.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsGlatiramer acetate, the active ingredient of COPAXONE, consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000 – 9,000 daltons. Glatiramer acetate is identified by specific antibodies.
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12095
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesImmunologic Factors
Patents Number8969302
Date of Issue03-03-2015
Date of Expiry19-08-2030
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameCopaxone
CompanyTeva Neuroscience, Inc.
Brand DescriptionTeva Neuroscience, Inc.
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name40 mg/1mL
FormulationCOPAXONE is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, soreness, itching, swelling, or a hard lump), nausea, vomiting, chills, joint aches, body aches, neck pain, back pain, double vision, headache, increased urge to urinate, weakness, runny nose, swelling in your hands or feet, vaginal itching or discharge, fever, chills, flu symptoms, sore throat, or white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips.
Route of AdministrationCopaxone is a combination of four amino acids (proteins) that affect the immune system. Copaxone injection is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Copaxone will not...
Recommended DosageCopaxone is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. Copaxone may be used alone or with other medications.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsGlatiramer acetate, the active ingredient of COPAXONE, consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000 – 9,000 daltons. Glatiramer acetate is identified by specific antibodies.
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12096
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesImmunomodulatory Agents
Patents Number9155776
Date of Issue13-10-2015
Date of Expiry19-08-2030
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameCopaxone
CompanyTeva Pharmaceutical Industries
Brand DescriptionTeva Pharmaceutical Industries
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg / vial
FormulationCOPAXONE is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, soreness, itching, swelling, or a hard lump), nausea, vomiting, chills, joint aches, body aches, neck pain, back pain, double vision, headache, increased urge to urinate, weakness, runny nose, swelling in your hands or feet, vaginal itching or discharge, fever, chills, flu symptoms, sore throat, or white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips.
Route of AdministrationCopaxone is a combination of four amino acids (proteins) that affect the immune system. Copaxone injection is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Copaxone will not...
Recommended DosageCopaxone is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. Copaxone may be used alone or with other medications.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsGlatiramer acetate, the active ingredient of COPAXONE, consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000 – 9,000 daltons. Glatiramer acetate is identified by specific antibodies.
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12097
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesImmunosuppressive Agents
Patents Number9402874
Date of Issue02-08-2016
Date of Expiry19-08-2030
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameGlatect
CompanyPharmascience Inc
Brand DescriptionPharmascience Inc
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg / mL
FormulationNA
Physical Appearance NA
Route of AdministrationNA
Recommended DosageNA
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2NA
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12098
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesMembrane Proteins
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameGlatiramer Acetate
CompanyMylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Brand DescriptionMylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name40 mg/1mL
FormulationNA
Physical Appearance feeling short of breath; flushing (sudden warmth, redness, or tingly feeling); rash; or redness, pain, itching, swelling, or a lump where the injection was given.
Route of AdministrationGlatiramer is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself. Glatiramer injections are given either daily or 3 times per week, depending on your dose.
Recommended DosageGlatiramer is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease).
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12099
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesPeptides
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameGlatiramer Acetate
CompanyMylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Brand DescriptionMylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg/1mL
FormulationNA
Physical Appearance feeling short of breath; flushing (sudden warmth, redness, or tingly feeling); rash; or redness, pain, itching, swelling, or a lump where the injection was given.
Route of AdministrationGlatiramer is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself. Glatiramer injections are given either daily or 3 times per week, depending on your dose.
Recommended DosageGlatiramer is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease).
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12100
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesProteins
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameGlatopa
CompanySandoz Inc
Brand DescriptionSandoz Inc
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg/1mL
FormulationGlatopa is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions, skin redness, rash, hives, lightheadedness, flushing, palpitations, anxiety, indigestion, throat constriction, and chest pain
Route of AdministrationGlatopa is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Glatopa will not cure MS, but it can make relapses occur less often. Glatopa may also be used for purposes not listed...
Recommended DosageGlatopa is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12101
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesT-Lymphocytes, Helper-Inducer, immunology
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameGlatopa
CompanySandoz Inc
Brand DescriptionSandoz Inc
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name40 mg/1mL
FormulationGlatopa is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions, skin redness, rash, hives, lightheadedness, flushing, palpitations, anxiety, indigestion, throat constriction, and chest pain
Route of AdministrationGlatopa is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Glatopa will not cure MS, but it can make relapses occur less often. Glatopa may also be used for purposes not listed...
Recommended DosageGlatopa is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12102
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesVesicular Transport Proteins
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameGlatopa
Companybryant ranch prepack
Brand Descriptionbryant ranch prepack
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name40 mg/1mL
FormulationGlatopa is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions, skin redness, rash, hives, lightheadedness, flushing, palpitations, anxiety, indigestion, throat constriction, and chest pain
Route of AdministrationGlatopa is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Glatopa will not cure MS, but it can make relapses occur less often. Glatopa may also be used for purposes not listed...
Recommended DosageGlatopa is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12103
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesNA
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameGlatopa
Companybryant ranch prepack
Brand Descriptionbryant ranch prepack
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg/1mL
FormulationGlatopa is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to glatiramer acetate or mannitol.
Physical Appearance injection site reactions, skin redness, rash, hives, lightheadedness, flushing, palpitations, anxiety, indigestion, throat constriction, and chest pain
Route of AdministrationGlatopa is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease). Glatopa will not cure MS, but it can make relapses occur less often. Glatopa may also be used for purposes not listed...
Recommended DosageGlatopa is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2Link
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12104
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesNA
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameTeva-glatiramer Acetate
CompanyTEVA Canada Limited
Brand DescriptionTEVA Canada Limited
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name40 mg / mL
FormulationNA
Physical Appearance NA
Route of AdministrationNA
Recommended DosageNA
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2NA
RemarksNA


Primary information
ID12105
Therapeutic IDTh1285
Protein NameGlatiramer
Sequence>Th1285_Glatiramer EAYKAAEKAYAAKEAAKEAAKAKAEKKAAYAKAKAAKYEKKAKKAAAEYKKK
Molecular Weight7000
Chemical FormulaC254H422N70O72
Isoelectric PointNA
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeNA
DescriptionGlatiramer acetate consists of the acetate salts of synthetic polypeptides, containing four naturally occurring amino acids: L-glutamic acid, L-alanine, L-tyrosine, and L-lysine with an average molar fraction of 0.141, 0.427, 0.095, and 0.338, respectively. The average molecular weight of glatiramer acetate is 5,000-9,000 daltons. It is an immunomodulator, licensed in much of the world for reduced frequency of relapses in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Indication/DiseaseFor reduction of the frequency of relapses in patients with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
PharmacodynamicsGlatiramer acetate was originally designed to mimic a protein in myelin, called myelin basic protein, with the intention of inducing EAE (an animal model of MS). Quite to the contrary, it was found to suppress the disease and as a result came to be trialed in human MS. There is some evidence that Glatiramer acetate converts the body's immune response from a Th1 type to a Th2 one, promotes suppressor T cells or acts as an altered peptide ligand. Studies in animals and in vitro systems suggest that upon its administration, glatiramer acetate-specific suppressor T-cells are induced and activated in the periphery. Some fraction of the injected material, either intact or partially hydrolyzed, is presumed to enter the lymphatic circulation, enabling it to reach regional lymph nodes, and some may enter the systemic circulation intact.
Mechanism of ActionGlatiramer acetate (GA) exhibits strong and promiscuous binding to MHC molecules (HLA DRB1* variants) and consequent competition with various myelin antigens for their presentation to T cells. A further aspect of its action is potent induction of specific suppressor cells of the T helper 2 (Th2) type that migrate to the brain and lead to in situ bystander suppression. Furthermore, the GA-specific cells in the brain express the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-10 and transforming growth factor beta, in addition to brain-derived neurotrophic factor, whereas they do not express the inflammatory cytokine IFN-gamma. Recent evidence also suggests that Glatiramer acetate directly inhibits dendritic cells and monocytes - both of which are circulating antigen presenting cells.
ToxicityAdverse reactions include injection site reactions, vasodilatation, chest pain, asthenia, infection, pain, nausea, arthralgia, anxiety, and hypertonia.
MetabolismHydrolyzed by proteases
AbsorptionNA
NA
ClearanceNA
CategoriesNA
Patents NumberNA
Date of IssueNA
Date of ExpiryNA
Drug InteractionNA
TargetHLA class II histocompatibility antigen, DRB1-1 beta chain
Brand NameTeva-glatiramer Acetate
CompanyTEVA Canada Limited
Brand DescriptionTEVA Canada Limited
Prescribed ForSubcutaneous
Chemical Name20 mg / mL
FormulationNA
Physical Appearance NA
Route of AdministrationNA
Recommended DosageNA
ContraindicationNA
Side EffectsNA
Useful Link 1Link
Useful Link 2NA
RemarksNA