biopharmaceutical

A biopharmaceutical is a drug derived from biological sources, often produced using biotechnology. Biotechnology itself involves using biological processes to create useful products, with a significant focus on producing therapeutic proteins and other drugs through genetic engineering.12

The modern concept of biotechnology emerged in the 1960s and 1970s, leading to the establishment of companies that manufactured genetically engineered substances for medical and environmental uses. A key technique is recombinant DNA technology, which allows for the splicing of genes into production cells to create desired proteins, such as insulin, growth hormone, and interferons. These advancements have expanded the development of traditional pharmaceuticals and monoclonal antibodies, aiming to address diseases at a molecular level.2