BEAM-302: Rewriting Genes, Restoring Health β A Breakthrough in AATD Therapy! π¬π
Mar 12, 2025β’4 min
Episode description
π¬ BEAM-302 is a liver-targeting gene therapy using base editing to correct the PiZ mutation in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). 𧬠I
tΒ increases functional AAT π« while reducing toxic Z-AAT, showing up to 78% reduction at the 60 mg dose. π
TheΒ Phase 1/2 trial demonstrated dose-dependent efficacy, a well-tolerated safety profile, and no serious adverse events (SAEs). π‘οΈ
WithΒ ongoing dose escalation and expansion to liver disease patients, BEAM-302 could be a one-time curative therapy π, with further data expected in late 2025. π
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