Imfinzi®

Understanding IMFINZI®

IMFINZI® (durvalumab) is a monoclonal antibody that helps the immune system fight cancer by blocking PD-L1 (programmed death-ligand 1), a protein that tumors use to evade immune detection. It is used to treat certain types of cancer, including non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), small cell lung cancer (SCLC), and biliary tract cancer (BTC).

How IMFINZI® Works:

  • Targets and blocks PD-L1, restoring the immune system’s ability to detect and destroy cancer cells.
  • Enhances T-cell activation, allowing the body’s natural defenses to attack tumors more effectively.
  • Reduces tumor growth and spread in eligible patients with advanced or unresectable cancers.
  • Can be used alone or in combination with chemotherapy or other immunotherapies for enhanced effectiveness.

FDA Approval:

  • 2017 – Approved for Stage III Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) after chemoradiotherapy.
  • 2018 – Approved for Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer (ES-SCLC) in combination with chemotherapy.
  • 2022 – Approved for Biliary Tract Cancer (BTC) in combination with chemotherapy.

For more information, please visit the Imfinzi® patient website and speak with your healthcare provider to determine if Imfinzi® is the right treatment option for you.

Referral Form:
MANUFACTURER:

AstraZeneca

CLASS:
PD-L1 Inhibitor Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor (ICI) Monoclonal Antibody (mAb) Therapy
HOW ADMINISTERED:
IV Infusion
FREQUENCY:

Every two, three, or four weeks, depending on the condition.

Length of infusion:
About 60 mins
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