IFN-β1b (recombinant human)

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IFN-β1b (recombinant human)

GtoPdb Ligand ID: 8340

Synonyms: Betaferon® | Betaseron® | Extavia® | IFNb1b

IFN-β1b (recombinant human) is an approved drug (FDA (1993), EMA (1995))

Compound class: Peptide

Comment: Compared to the sequence of endogenous IFN-β, IFN-β1b has a Ser to Cys substitution at position 17, but does not retain the glycosylation site at Asn80. It also lacks the initiating Met. This recombinant peptide is produced in E.coli.

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Summary of Clinical Use
Like IFN-β1a (recombinant human), IFN-β1b is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis [1-2].

Summary of Clinical Use

Like IFN-β1a (recombinant human), IFN-β1b is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis [1-2].

Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects
IFN-β1b activates Type I interferon receptors and induces expression of genes involved in antiviral, immunomodulatory and antiproliferative effects. The mechanism of action underlying the therapeutic benefit of IFN-β1b therapy remains unclear.

Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects

IFN-β1b activates Type I interferon receptors and induces expression of genes involved in antiviral, immunomodulatory and antiproliferative effects. The mechanism of action underlying the therapeutic benefit of IFN-β1b therapy remains unclear.