Dose levels in particulate-containing formulations impact anti-drug antibody responses to murine monoclonal antibody in mice.

Dosage levels and particulate contents of therapeutic protein formulations are potential factors that impact immunogenicity of protein therapeutics. Here, we evaluated the effect of dose levels on the immunogenicity of protein particulates formed by adsorbing a murine monoclonal IgG2c/κ antibody (mAb1) onto silicone oil microdroplets, glass, or aluminum hydroxide (Alhydrogel) microparticles. Immune responses to these particulate-containing preparations were compared against responses to solutions of mAb1 that had been ultracentrifuged to minimize particle levels.

Investigation of the immunogenicity of different types of aggregates of a murine monoclonal antibody in mice.

Purpose: The potential contribution of protein aggregates to the unwanted immunogenicity of protein pharmaceuticals is a major concern. In the present study a murine monoclonal antibody was utilized to study the immunogenicity of different types of aggregates in mice. Samples containing defined types of aggregates were prepared by processes such as stirring, agitation, exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light and exposure to elevated temperatures.

Antibody responses in mice to particles formed from adsorption of a murine monoclonal antibody onto glass microparticles.

Immunogenicity of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) is a concern because of the effects of anti-drug antibodies (ADAs) on therapeutic efficacy. Particulate matter has been suggested as a potential contributing factor to immunogenicity. In this study, we investigated ADA levels in mice in response to administration of a murine immunoglobulin G (IgG)2c/κ mAb (mAb1) that was generated in C57BL/6J mice.