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Direct Acting Antivirals

Medical University of Warsaw · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Direct-acting antivirals inhibit viral enzymes or proteins required for viral replication, preventing the virus from multiplying within host cells.

Direct-acting antivirals inhibit viral enzymes or proteins required for viral replication, preventing the virus from multiplying within host cells. Used for Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, Potentially other viral infections depending on specific agent.

At a glance

Generic nameDirect Acting Antivirals
Also known asDAAs in Non Cirrhotics, Sofosbuvir, Daclatasvir, Ledipasvir, Direct Acting Antiviral HCV Treatment
SponsorMedical University of Warsaw
Drug classDirect-acting antiviral (DAA)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaVirology/Infectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

DAAs work by directly targeting and blocking specific viral proteins such as proteases, polymerases, or other essential enzymes needed for the viral life cycle. This class is most well-established for hepatitis C virus (HCV) treatment, where combinations of DAAs targeting different viral proteins have achieved cure rates exceeding 95%. The mechanism differs from older interferon-based therapies by directly interfering with viral replication machinery rather than boosting immune response.

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