Darunavir
- Generic Name
- Darunavir
- Brand Names
- Prezcobix, Prezista, Rezolsta, Darunavir Viatris (previously Darunavir Mylan), Darunavir Krka
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C27H37N3O7S
- CAS Number
- 206361-99-1
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- YO603Y8113
Overview
Darunavir is a protease inhibitor used with other HIV protease inhibitor drugs as well as ritonavir for the effective management of HIV-1 infection. As a second-generation protease inhibitor, darunavir is designed to combat resistance to standard HIV therapy. It was initially approved by the FDA in 2006. Darunavir is being studied as a possible treatment for SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus responsible for COVID-19, due to in vitro evidence supporting its ability to combat this infection. Clinical trials are underway and are expected to conclude in August 2020.
Background
Darunavir is a protease inhibitor used with other HIV protease inhibitor drugs as well as ritonavir for the effective management of HIV-1 infection. As a second-generation protease inhibitor, darunavir is designed to combat resistance to standard HIV therapy. It was initially approved by the FDA in 2006. Darunavir is being studied as a possible treatment for SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus responsible for COVID-19, due to in vitro evidence supporting its ability to combat this infection. Clinical trials are underway and are expected to conclude in August 2020.
Indication
Darunavir, co-administered with ritonavir, and with other antiretroviral agents, is indicated for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in children age 3 or above and adults with HIV-1 infection.
Associated Conditions
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) Infection
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