Research programme: gram-negative infection therapeutics - ContraFect
Latest Information Update: 25 Apr 2024
At a glance
- Originator ContraFect
- Class Antibacterials; Endolysins; Recombinant proteins
- Mechanism of Action Cell wall 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 Burkholderia infections; Enterobacteriaceae infections; Yersinia infections
Most Recent Events
- 04 Dec 2023 Discontinued for Burkholderia infections in USA (unspecified route) as ContraFect filed for voluntary bankruptcy under chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy code
- 04 Dec 2023 Discontinued for Enterobacteriaceae-infections in USA (unspecified route) as ContraFect filed for voluntary bankruptcy under chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy code
- 04 Dec 2023 Discontinued for Yersinia infections in USA (unspecified route) as ContraFect filed for voluntary bankruptcy under chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy code