Tag: monoclonal antibodies
![Untangling drug terminology](https://owise.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/ORNGE-2-746x498.png)
Untangling monoclonal antibodies – Trastuzumab, Pertuzumab, Atezolizumab
We know that drug names can be confusing. That’s why we’re untangling drug terminology. Starting with the monoclonal antibodies (AKA the mabs).
![Scientific image of pipette with pink liquid being placed into plate](https://owise.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/louis-reed-pwcKF7L4-no-unsplash-746x498.jpg)
HER2 and Herceptin®: A Look at the History
The discovery of the HER2 gene led to the development of Herceptin®: a targeted therapy that is widely used today for HER2+ breast cancer patients.
![](https://owise.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/MAB_blog-746x498.png)
What are monoclonal antibodies?
There is a lot of terminology that comes with a breast cancer diagnosis. Explore how monoclonal antibodies such as Herceptin® work and how to recognise them!