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Drug profile · INN

fostemsavir

fostemsavir (RUKOBIA) is a envelope polyprotein gp160 inhibitor.

EMA: approved Antiinfectives for systemic use (J05) J05AX
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Drug details — fostemsavir
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Antiinfectives for systemic use (J05)
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Quick answer

fostemsavir (RUKOBIA) is a envelope polyprotein gp160 inhibitor.

Key facts

INN fostemsavir
Brand RUKOBIA
Mechanism Envelope polyprotein GP160 inhibitor
Target Envelope glycoprotein gp160
Therapeutic class Antiinfectives for systemic use (J05)
ATC code J05AX

Mechanism of action

Envelope polyprotein GP160 inhibitor

Primary target: Envelope glycoprotein gp160

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. Rukobia 600 mg prolonged-release tablets Phase 3 · ViiV Healthcare Pty · Heavily Treatment Experienced Subjects Infected with Multi-d

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  3. covid-19 mrna vaccine Antiinfectives for systemic use (J07)
  4. daptomycin Antiinfectives for systemic use (J01)
  5. darunavir Antiinfectives for systemic use (J05)
  6. dengue tetravalent vaccine (live, attenuated) Antiinfectives for systemic use (J07)

Frequently asked questions

What is fostemsavir?

fostemsavir (RUKOBIA) is a envelope polyprotein gp160 inhibitor.

What is the brand name for fostemsavir?

RUKOBIA is a marketed brand name for fostemsavir. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.