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filgrastim (long-acting)

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Win Medica · CSF3R · Recombinant Proteins

What is filgrastim (long-acting)?

filgrastim (long-acting) is a recombinant proteins developed by Win Medica. It is approved for therapeutic indications via unknown.

Drug Profile

CompanyWin Medica
Drug ClassRecombinant Proteins
Molecular TargetCSF3R
RouteUnknown
StatusApproved

Mechanism of Action

Molecular Targets

filgrastim (long-acting) acts on 1 molecular target:

CSF3Rcolony stimulating factor 3 receptor (CD114, GCSFR)
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Therapeutic Indications

filgrastim (long-acting) is developed for 1 unique indication across 1 therapeutic area.

Therapeutic AreaConditionPhase
Blood and lymphatic system disordersBone marrow disorder✓ Approved

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