Rituximab


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Rituximab

This series of graphics describes the different mechanisms of action that have been proposed for this monoclonal drug therapy. The aim of the therapy is to deplete B cells in order to interrupt several key aspects of an ongoing autoimmune response.

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CD20 induced Apoptosis

Classical complement activation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C3B Opsonisation and Phagacytosis

LgG Opsonisation and Phagocytosis

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antibody Dependent cell cytotoxicity by natural killer cells

 
 
 
 
 
 
International Union of Immunological SocietiesUniversity of South AfricaInstitute of Infectious Disease and Molecular MedicineElizabeth Glazer Pediatric Aids Foundation