Drug reference
remdesivir
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Drug class
Anti Virals (Respiratory Viruses)
Mechanism of action
Inhibits SARS-CoV-2 RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp), which is essential for viral replication Adenosine nucleotide prodrug that distributes into cells, where it is metabolized to form the pharmacologically active nucleoside triphosphate metabolite
Common side effects
- eGFR decreased
- Decreased CrCl
- Creatinine increased
- Hemoglobin decreased
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is remdesivir?
remdesivir belongs to: Anti Virals.
How does remdesivir work?
Inhibits SARS-CoV-2 RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp), which is essential for viral replication Adenosine nucleotide prodrug that distributes into cells, where it is metabolized to form the pharmacologically active nucleoside triphosphate metabolite
What are the common side effects of remdesivir?
eGFR decreased, Decreased CrCl, Creatinine increased, Hemoglobin decreased
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