Avx701 (Not yet branded)

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Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA)

Description

AVX701 is a cancer vaccine that uses a Venezuelan equine encephalitis virus replicon particle (VRP) platform to deliver the CEA(6D) antigen. This immunotherapy approach targets carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), a tumor-associated antigen commonly overexpressed in colorectal cancer cells. The vaccine is designed to stimulate the patient's immune system to recognize and attack CEA-expressing cancer cells in both advanced metastatic disease and stage III colorectal cancer settings.

Mechanism of Action

The Venezuelan equine encephalitis virus replicon particle delivers the modified CEA(6D) antigen to antigen-presenting cells, which then process and present CEA epitopes to T-cells. This presentation activates both CD4+ and CD8+ T-cell responses against CEA-expressing tumor cells, creating a targeted immune response that can recognize and eliminate colorectal cancer cells displaying this tumor-associated antigen.

Molecular Targets

Side Effects

Injection site reactions Fatigue Fever Chills Headache Muscle aches Nausea Lymphadenopathy

Not all side effects are listed. Side effects vary by individual. Always consult your oncologist.

Clinical Trials

NCT01890213 med_phase_prefix1
Archived
Immunotherapy With CEA(6D) VRP Vaccine (AVX701) in Patients With Stage III Colorectal Cancer
United States
NCT00529984 med_phase_prefix1
Archived
A Phase I/II Study With CEA(6D) VRP Vaccine in Patients With Advanced or Metastatic CEA-Expressing Malignancies
United States