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Xerava (ERAVACYCLINE)

Tetraphase Pharms · FDA-approved approved Small molecule Quality 65/100

Xerava works by inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria, ultimately leading to their death.

Xerava (eravacycline) is a small molecule antibiotic developed by Tetraphase Pharmaceuticals. It is approved to treat complicated intra-abdominal infections and complicated urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria. Xerava was approved by the FDA in 2019 and is currently patented. Key safety considerations include its potential to cause gastrointestinal side effects and the risk of antibiotic resistance. Xerava's commercial status is patented, with no generic manufacturers available.

At a glance

Generic nameERAVACYCLINE
SponsorTetraphase Pharms
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval2019

Mechanism of action

Eravacycline is an antibacterial drug [see Microbiology ( 12.4 )].

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FDA labelMechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results
FDA Orange BookPatents + exclusivity

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