Simeprevir-13C,d3 (TMC435-13C,d3) is the 13C- and deuterium labeled Simeprevir. Simeprevir (TMC435) is an oral and potent HCV NS3/4A protease inhibitor with a Ki of 0.36 nM. Simeprevir inhibits HCV replication with an EC50 of 7.8 nM[1]. Simeprevir inhibits SARS-CoV-2 3CLpro activity[4].
Stable heavy isotopes of hydrogen, carbon, and other elements have been incorporated into drug molecules, largely as tracers for quantitation during the drug development process. Deuteration has gained attention because of its potential to affect the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profiles of drugs[1].
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