The Advent of Monoclonal Antibodies at Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

Background: The advent of monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) has made a remarkable shift in the treatment of various diseases from impossible to possible. The unique mechanism of action of monoclonal antibodies is their capacity to recruit the host immune system to combat diseases. This unique aspect, combined with many advantages like specificity, provision of rapid immunity, low incidence of ADR and no interaction with other drugs, makes them an ideal choice in the management of so called ‘difficult to treat diseases’. As the utilization of mAbs continues to grow, understanding their utilization and actions is crucial for optimising treatment strategies, improving patient outcomes and ensuring cost effectiveness for patients.

This study aims to analyze the utilization of mAbs in a tertiary care hospital and hence contribute to the body of knowledge in this field.