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Invivyd launches discovery program for measles monoclonal antibody; candidate target by 2025
Invivyd, Inc.
- Multiple healthcare providers have requested a monoclonal antibody for measles treatment and post-exposure prophylaxis from Invivyd.
- Goal is to identify a preclinical measles mAb candidate in 2025; progress update expected by end of year.
- Over 20 million Americans are unvaccinated; U.S. at risk of losing functional elimination as vaccination rates decline.
- No approved therapies currently exist for measles; current options include high-dose Vitamin A and IVIG, both with limitations.