2023年中国白介素行业调研简报-20251231

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the interleukin industry Core Insights - The interleukin family consists of various cytokines that play significant roles in immune regulation, inflammation, and cancer, with many related drugs and clinical pipelines in development [4][5] - The IL-12 and IL-23 cytokines are crucial in immune modulation and have become important therapeutic targets for autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis and Crohn's disease [9][10] - The market for IL-4Rα drugs in allergic diseases is expanding, with two main drugs approved in China for treating allergic asthma and other conditions [16] - IL-1β inhibitors are gaining traction in gout treatment, with a notable increase in patient numbers projected for high uric acid levels and gout by 2030 [23][25] - Artificial intelligence is enhancing drug development processes across various stages, significantly reducing the time required for drug discovery and optimization [31][32] Summary by Sections Interleukin Family Overview - The interleukin family includes multiple members categorized into several groups, each with distinct roles in immune response and disease [3][4] - Key interleukins such as IL-1, IL-2, IL-6, IL-10, and IL-17 are involved in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, with existing drugs and clinical pipelines targeting these cytokines [5] Market Status of IL-12/IL-23 - Several drugs targeting IL-12 and IL-23 have been approved for treating autoimmune diseases, with notable examples including Ustekinumab and Guselkumab [8][10] - The first fully human monoclonal antibody targeting IL-12/IL-23, Iroquois, is set to launch in 2025 for moderate to severe plaque psoriasis [10] IL-4 in Allergic Diseases - Two IL-4Rα drugs have been approved in China for allergic diseases, with Dupilumab included in the national medical insurance list [16] - The report outlines ongoing clinical trials for additional IL-4Rα therapies targeting various allergic conditions [17] IL-1β Inhibitors in Gout Treatment - The report highlights the increasing prevalence of high uric acid and gout, with projections indicating significant growth in patient numbers by 2030 [21][23] - The first IL-1β monoclonal antibody, Canakinumab, has been approved for gout treatment, with a projected global sales figure of $1.5 billion by 2024 [25] Role of Artificial Intelligence in Drug Development - AI is transforming drug discovery by streamlining processes and improving efficiency, reducing the time for lead compound optimization from approximately 65 months to 30 months [32] - The integration of AI in drug development enhances the accuracy of personalized medicine and accelerates the identification of effective drug candidates [31][32]