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PVRV and pERIG Favirab®

Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company · Phase 3 active Biologic

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® is a Monoclonal antibody immunoglobulin (rabies-specific) Biologic drug developed by Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Post-exposure prophylaxis of rabies following potential rabies virus exposure. Also known as: VERORAB®; pERIG Favirab®.

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® are rabies immunoglobulins that provide passive post-exposure prophylaxis by neutralizing rabies virus through direct antibody binding.

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® are rabies immunoglobulins that provide passive post-exposure prophylaxis by neutralizing rabies virus through direct antibody binding. Used for Post-exposure prophylaxis of rabies following potential rabies virus exposure.

At a glance

Generic namePVRV and pERIG Favirab®
Also known asVERORAB®; pERIG Favirab®
SponsorSanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company
Drug classMonoclonal antibody immunoglobulin (rabies-specific)
TargetRabies virus glycoprotein
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease / Virology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Favirab® is a monoclonal antibody-based rabies immunoglobulin designed to neutralize rabies virus particles and prevent viral entry into cells. It is administered as part of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) regimens following potential rabies exposure, working synergistically with rabies vaccine to provide rapid passive immunity while the vaccine generates active immunity. PVRV and pERIG refer to different formulations or manufacturing processes for this rabies immunoglobulin product.

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Frequently asked questions about PVRV and pERIG Favirab®

What is PVRV and pERIG Favirab®?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® is a Monoclonal antibody immunoglobulin (rabies-specific) drug developed by Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company, indicated for Post-exposure prophylaxis of rabies following potential rabies virus exposure.

How does PVRV and pERIG Favirab® work?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® are rabies immunoglobulins that provide passive post-exposure prophylaxis by neutralizing rabies virus through direct antibody binding.

What is PVRV and pERIG Favirab® used for?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® is indicated for Post-exposure prophylaxis of rabies following potential rabies virus exposure.

Who makes PVRV and pERIG Favirab®?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® is developed by Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company (see full Sanofi Pasteur, a Sanofi Company pipeline at /company/sanofi).

Is PVRV and pERIG Favirab® also known as anything else?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® is also known as VERORAB®; pERIG Favirab®.

What drug class is PVRV and pERIG Favirab® in?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® belongs to the Monoclonal antibody immunoglobulin (rabies-specific) class. See all Monoclonal antibody immunoglobulin (rabies-specific) drugs at /class/monoclonal-antibody-immunoglobulin-rabies-specific.

What development phase is PVRV and pERIG Favirab® in?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of PVRV and pERIG Favirab®?

Common side effects of PVRV and pERIG Favirab® include Local injection site reactions (pain, erythema, swelling), Fever, Myalgia, Headache.

What does PVRV and pERIG Favirab® target?

PVRV and pERIG Favirab® targets Rabies virus glycoprotein and is a Monoclonal antibody immunoglobulin (rabies-specific).

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