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Levovir (CLEVUDINE)

discontinued Small molecule

Levovir works by inhibiting viral DNA synthesis, specifically targeting the hepatitis B virus.

Levovir, also known as Clevudine, is a small molecule clevudine drug developed by an unknown original developer. It is currently owned by an unknown entity. Levovir is approved to treat Chronic type B viral hepatitis. The commercial status of Levovir is unknown, and it may be patented or generic. Key safety considerations are not specified.

At a glance

Generic nameCLEVUDINE
Drug classclevudine
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
Phasediscontinued

Mechanism of action

Imagine your body's cells are like factories that make proteins. The hepatitis B virus takes over these factories and makes more viruses. Levovir stops the virus from making copies of itself by blocking the enzymes it needs to replicate.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

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