NCIt synonyms : Immunoglobulin G1, anti-(human 1-40-beta-amyloid/human 1-42-beta-amyloid) (human monoclonal
gamma-1-chain), disulfide with human monoclonal kappa-chain, dimer;
NCIt definition : A monoclonal antibody against beta-amyloid (Abeta40/42) used in the treatment of Alzheimer's
disease. Gantenerumab targets and binds to beta amyloid then is removed through effector
cell-mediated clearance. This reduces the level of beta amyloid in the brain. In Alzheimer's
disease, beta amyloid accumulates in the brain and is a key component in plaque formation.;