Simcere Pharmaceutical Group (HKG: 2096), based in China, has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to initiate a clinical study for its trispecific antibody, SIM0500, which targets GPRC5D, BCMA, and CD3. This innovative molecule is being evaluated as a treatment for recurrent or refractory multiple myeloma (MM).
SIM0500 is positioned as a potential best-in-class therapy for MM, supported by promising pre-clinical data. Developed through Simcere’s proprietary T cell adapter multispecific antibody drug development platform, the drug combines a self-developed CD3 antibody with low affinity and high targeted activation alongside antibodies against tumor-related antigens. Its design offers significant advantages, including effective tumor-killing capabilities and favorable tolerability profiles.- Flcube.com