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Oteseconazole

Generic Name
Oteseconazole
Brand Names
Vivjoa
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C23H16F7N5O2
CAS Number
1340593-59-0
Unique Ingredient Identifier
VHH774W97N

Overview

Oteseconazole is an azole metalloenzyme inhibitor that targets fungal CYP51. CYP51, also known as 14α demethylase, participates in the formation of ergosterol, a compound that plays a vital role in the integrity of cell membranes. By binding and inhibiting CYP51, oteseconazole is active against most microorganisms associated with recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC). Oteseconazole has demonstrated activity against Candida albicans, Candida glabrata, Candida krusei, Candida parapsilosis, Candida tropicalis, Candida lusitaniae and Candida dubliniensis. Unlike previous-generation azole antifungals, oteseconazole has a high selectivity for CYP51 and little interaction with human cytochrome P450s. This is possible thanks to the tetrazole moiety in oteseconazole that increases target selectivity. In contrast with oteseconazole, other antifungals with imidazole or triazole moieties, such as ketoconazole or fluconazole, have a high number of drug-drug interactions due to their interaction with human CYPs. The use of oteseconazole is contraindicated in females of reproductive potential due to its embryo-fetal toxicity risks. This drug was approved by the FDA on April 26, 2022.

Indication

Oteseconazole is an azole antifungal indicated to reduce the incidence of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC) in females with a history of RVVC who are not of reproductive potential.

Associated Conditions

  • Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis

Clinical Trials

Title
Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2025/07/01
N/A
Not yet recruiting
2024/10/30
Phase 2
Recruiting
2021/10/12
Phase 3
UNKNOWN
2019/02/15
Phase 3
Completed
2018/06/19
Phase 3
Completed
2018/06/19
Phase 3
Completed
2014/10/17
Phase 2
Completed
Viamet
2014/10/17
Phase 2
Completed
Viamet
2013/07/03
Phase 2
Completed
Viamet
2013/07/03
Phase 2
Completed
Viamet

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Mycovia Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
74695-823
ORAL
150 mg in 1 1
7/12/2022

EMA Drug Approvals

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No EMA approvals found for this drug.

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NMPA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
Approval Number
Drug Type
Dosage Form
Approval Date
Oteseconazole Capsules
国药准字HJ20230084
化学药品
胶囊剂
6/27/2023

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No PPB approvals found for this drug.

TGA Drug Approvals

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No TGA approvals found for this drug.

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