Besifovir dipivoxil

Generic Name
Besifovir dipivoxil
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C22H34N5O8P
CAS Number
441785-26-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
S9I9P4J8IU
Background

Besifovir dipivoxil is a small-molecule orally available inhibitor of the HBV polymerase. The HBV polymerase is the enzyme that catalyzes the production of new RNA from the existing strand of RNA. Besifovir dipivoxil is believed to inhibit viral proliferation by interrupting the replicating machinery of the virus.

Indication

Investigated for use/treatment in hepatitis (viral, B).

Associated Conditions
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Associated Therapies
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