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VX-661/Ivacaftor

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated · Phase 3 active Small molecule

VX-661/Ivacaftor is a cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) corrector.

VX-661/Ivacaftor is a cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) corrector. Used for Cystic fibrosis.

At a glance

Generic nameVX-661/Ivacaftor
Also known asVX-661+VX-770
SponsorVertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
Drug classCFTR corrector
TargetCFTR
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaRespiratory
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

It works by correcting the function of the CFTR protein, which is responsible for transporting chloride ions across cell membranes. This helps to improve the function of the lungs and other organs in people with cystic fibrosis.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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