Synonyms: ARC-1905 | ARC1905 | Izervay® | Zimura
avacincaptad pegol is an approved drug (FDA (2023))
Compound class:
Nucleic acid
Comment: Avacincaptad pegol (ARC-1905) is a pegylated RNA aptamer that selectively binds to complement C5 and prevents its cleavage into C5a and C5b. This action inhibits activation of inflammasomes and the formation of membrane attack complexes (MAC).
In the sequence presented 'dfl' represents 2'-deoxy-2'-fluoro-modified bases and 'm' represents 2'-O-methyl modifications. The PEG is added at the 3' 'R'. |
Classification | |
Compound class | Nucleic acid |
Compound subclass | Aptamer |
Target | complement C5 (C5) |
Approved drug? | Yes (FDA (2023)) |
International Nonproprietary Names | |
INN number | INN |
10099 | avacincaptad pegol |
Synonyms |
ARC-1905 | ARC1905 | Izervay® | Zimura |
Database Links | |
CAS Registry No. | 1613641-69-2 (source: WHO INN record) |
ChEMBL Ligand | CHEMBL4297889 |
DrugBank Ligand | DB15165 |
GtoPdb PubChem SID | 483123405 |
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