Research programme: liver targeted hepatitis C prodrugs - Merck/Metabasis
Latest Information Update: 13 Nov 2009
At a glance
- Originator Merck & Co; Metabasis Therapeutics
- 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.
Highest Development Phases
- No development reported Hepatitis C
Most Recent Events
- 15 Jan 2004 Preclinical trials in Hepatitis C treatment in USA (unspecified route)