Sorivudine
Alternative Names: Bravavir®; Brovavir; BV-ara-U; BVAU; SQ 32756; Usevir; YN 72Latest Information Update: 29 Oct 1997
At a glance
- Originator Azwell; Yamasa Corporation
- Developer Azwell; Bristol-Myers Squibb; Yamasa Corporation
- Class Antivirals; Nucleosides; Small molecules
- Mechanism of Action RNA-directed DNA polymerase inhibitors
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Orphan Drug Status
Orphan designation is assigned by a regulatory body to encourage companies to develop drugs for rare diseases.
Highest Development Phases
- Market Withdrawal Herpes zoster
Most Recent Events
- 29 Oct 1997 Discontinued-III for Herpes zoster in Australia (PO)
- 29 Oct 1997 Discontinued-III for Herpes zoster in Belgium (PO)
- 29 Oct 1997 Discontinued-III for Herpes zoster in Canada (PO)