Qureshi Zaheer, Khanzada Mikail, Safi Adnan, Fatima Eeshal, Altaf Faryal, Vittorio Timothy J
The Frank H. Netter M.D. School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, Bridgeport, CT.
Department of Internal Medicine, Lahore Medical & Dental College.
Ann Med Surg (Lond). 2024 Mar 12;86(5):2818-2827. doi: 10.1097/MS9.0000000000001945. eCollection 2024 May.
BACKGROUND: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) persist as the leading cause of mortality globally, with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), including hypercholesterolaemia, being a significant contributor. Hyperlipidemia management includes various lipid-lowering drugs, including statins, Bempedoic acid, inclisiran, Lomitapide, ANGPTL3 inhibitors, and PCSK9 inhibitors. Statins have traditionally dominated lipid management therapies; however, a subset of patients remains unresponsive or intolerant to this therapy, necessitating novel therapeutic approaches. Tafolecimab, a promising and novel PCSK9 monoclonal antibody, demonstrated significant LDL-C reduction and a favourable safety profile in clinical trials. OBJECTIVE: This review aimed to discuss the role and efficacy of Tafolecimab in the management of hypercholesterolaemia. METHODS: The authors searched online databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Embase, for articles related to talofecimab. DISCUSSION: The efficacy of Tafolecimab in diverse patient populations, including those with comorbid conditions and various lipid disorders, has been explored. Ongoing trials, such as CREDIT-1, CREDIT-2, and CREDIT-4, have provided valuable insights into Tafolecimab's potential as a lipid-lowering agent. Moreover, the drug's extended dosing interval may enhance patient compliance and reduce treatment costs. It has also been found that Tafolecimab has more affinity for PCSK9 and a longer duration of LDL-C reduction than other monoclonal antibody drugs such as evolocumab. Thus, this review focuses on Tafolecimab, a novel PCSK9 monoclonal antibody, its mechanism of action, clinical trial outcomes, safety profile, and potential role in hypercholesterolaemia management. Despite its assuring potential, the long-term impact of Tafolecimab on cardiovascular outcomes remains to be fully elucidated, necessitating further research. Regulatory authorities like the FDA and EMA should also evaluate Tafolecimab's risks and benefits. CONCLUSION: In conclusion, Tafolecimab shows potential as an innovative therapeutic option for hypercholesterolaemia, particularly in patients with specific risk factors, but warrants additional research.
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