Drug Profile
Merimepodib
Alternative Names: Merimempodib; MMPD; VI-21,497; VX-497Latest Information Update: 29 Jul 2016
Price :
$50
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At a glance
- Originator Vertex Pharmaceuticals
- Class Antiasthmatics; Antipsoriatics; Antirheumatics; Antivirals; Carbamates; Phenylurea compounds; Small molecules
- Mechanism of Action Immunosuppressants; Inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase 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.
- New Molecular Entity Yes
Highest Development Phases
- Discontinued Hepatitis C; Psoriasis