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Monoclonal Antibody Therapy in Alzheimer’s Disease

by
Monica Neațu
1,2,
Anca Covaliu
1,2,
Iulia Ioniță
1,2,
Ana Jugurt
1,2,
Eugenia Irene Davidescu
1,2,* and
Bogdan Ovidiu Popescu
1,2,3
1
Department of Clinical Neurosciences, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
2
Department of Neurology, Colentina Clinical Hospital, 020125 Bucharest, Romania
3
Department of Cell Biology, Neurosciences and Experimental Myology, “Victor Babeș” National Institute of Pathology, 050096 Bucharest, Romania
*
Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Pharmaceutics 2024, 16(1), 60; https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics16010060
Submission received: 3 November 2023 / Revised: 22 December 2023 / Accepted: 28 December 2023 / Published: 29 December 2023

Abstract

Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative condition marked by the progressive deterioration of cognitive abilities, memory impairment, and the accumulation of abnormal proteins, specifically beta-amyloid plaques and tau tangles, within the brain. Despite extensive research efforts, Alzheimer’s disease remains without a cure, presenting a significant global healthcare challenge. Recently, there has been an increased focus on antibody-based treatments as a potentially effective method for dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. This paper offers a comprehensive overview of the current status of research on antibody-based molecules as therapies for Alzheimer’s disease. We will briefly mention their mechanisms of action, therapeutic efficacy, and safety profiles while addressing the challenges and limitations encountered during their development. We also highlight some crucial considerations in antibody-based treatment development, including patient selection criteria, dosing regimens, or safety concerns. In conclusion, antibody-based therapies present a hopeful outlook for addressing Alzheimer’s disease. While challenges remain, the accumulating evidence suggests that these therapies may offer substantial promise in ameliorating or preventing the progression of this debilitating condition, thus potentially enhancing the quality of life for the millions of individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease worldwide.
Keywords: Alzheimer’s disease; ß-amyloid; tau protein; passive immunotherapy; monoclonal antibodies Alzheimer’s disease; ß-amyloid; tau protein; passive immunotherapy; monoclonal antibodies

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Neațu, M.; Covaliu, A.; Ioniță, I.; Jugurt, A.; Davidescu, E.I.; Popescu, B.O. Monoclonal Antibody Therapy in Alzheimer’s Disease. Pharmaceutics 2024, 16, 60. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics16010060

AMA Style

Neațu M, Covaliu A, Ioniță I, Jugurt A, Davidescu EI, Popescu BO. Monoclonal Antibody Therapy in Alzheimer’s Disease. Pharmaceutics. 2024; 16(1):60. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics16010060

Chicago/Turabian Style

Neațu, Monica, Anca Covaliu, Iulia Ioniță, Ana Jugurt, Eugenia Irene Davidescu, and Bogdan Ovidiu Popescu. 2024. "Monoclonal Antibody Therapy in Alzheimer’s Disease" Pharmaceutics 16, no. 1: 60. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics16010060

APA Style

Neațu, M., Covaliu, A., Ioniță, I., Jugurt, A., Davidescu, E. I., & Popescu, B. O. (2024). Monoclonal Antibody Therapy in Alzheimer’s Disease. Pharmaceutics, 16(1), 60. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics16010060

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