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Factive (GEMIFLOXACIN)

Lg Chem Ltd · FDA-approved approved Small molecule Quality 49/100

Factive (Gemifloxacin) is a quinolone antimicrobial small molecule developed by LG Life Sciences and currently owned by LG Chem Ltd. It was FDA-approved in 2003 for various respiratory infections, including acute bacterial bronchitis, pneumonia, and exacerbation of chronic bronchitis. Factive is off-patent and has a generic manufacturer. Its half-life is approximately 8.3 hours. Key safety considerations include potential side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, and liver enzyme elevations.

At a glance

Generic nameGEMIFLOXACIN
SponsorLg Chem Ltd
Drug classQuinolone Antimicrobial
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaImmunology
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval2003

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

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