Synonyms: EBP-520 | EBP520 | SCH-503034 | SCH503034 | Victrelis®
boceprevir is an approved drug (EMA & FDA (2011))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Boceprevir is an active site-binding inhibitor of the main protease (nonstructural protein 3, NS3) of hepatitis C virus (HCV). A patent claims boceprevir for repurposing as a cathepsin A modulator [4]. More recently it has been reported to inhibit the 3CL protease (Mpro) of several coronaviruses, including SARS-CoV-2 Mpro [1-2]. An alternative enantiomer is reported in the SARS-CoV-2 Mpro/boceprevir crystal structure 6WNP, which maps to PubChem CID 71316139.
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
Oral boceprevir was approved for use in combination with injectable peginterferon alfa-2b and ribavirin to treat chronic hepatitis C (HCV) genotype 1 infection. It was withdrawn from both the US and European markets in response to advances in the treatment practices for chronic HCV infection that led to reduced demand for boceprevir (Victrelis®). |
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For extended ADME data see the following: Drugs.com European Medicines Agency (EMA) |