Research programme: hepatitis C virus therapeutics - Takeda
Alternative Names: VP 32947Latest Information Update: 15 Jan 2019
At a glance
- Originator ViroPharma
- Developer Nonindustrial source; ViroPharma
- Class Small molecules
- Mechanism of Action Hepatitis C virus NS 5 protein 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
Most Recent Events
- 08 Jan 2019 Shire has been acquired and merged into Takeda
- 27 Aug 2004 Discontinued - Preclinical for Hepatitis C in USA (unspecified route)
- 05 Dec 2002 This programme is still in active development