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sofosbuvir/velpatasvir crushed

Radboud University Medical Center · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Sofosbuvir/velpatasvir is a fixed-dose combination that inhibits hepatitis C virus (HCV) NS5B polymerase and NS5A protein, blocking viral replication.

Sofosbuvir/velpatasvir is a fixed-dose combination that inhibits hepatitis C virus (HCV) NS5B polymerase and NS5A protein, blocking viral replication. Used for Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, all genotypes.

At a glance

Generic namesofosbuvir/velpatasvir crushed
SponsorRadboud University Medical Center
Drug classDirect-acting antiviral (DAA) combination
TargetHCV NS5B polymerase and NS5A protein
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease / Virology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Sofosbuvir is a nucleotide analog inhibitor of the HCV NS5B RNA-dependent RNA polymerase, essential for viral replication. Velpatasvir inhibits the NS5A protein, which plays a critical role in HCV replication and assembly. Together, they provide direct-acting antiviral activity against HCV across multiple genotypes.

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