Basic Chemical Information

• Chemical Name: Peramivir

• Molecular Formula: C15H28N4O4

• Molecular Weight: 328.41 g/mol

• CAS Number: 229614-55-5

Pharmacological Action

• Therapeutic Effects:

Peramivir is an antiviral drug primarily used for the treatment of influenza. It is particularly effective for treating acute uncomplicated influenza infections in adults. The drug is often administered via intravenous infusion for rapid action.

• Mechanism of Action:

Peramivir functions as a neuraminidase inhibitor. Neuraminidase is an enzyme on the surface of the influenza virus that enables the virus to be released from the host cell. By inhibiting this enzyme, Peramivir prevents the release of new virus particles from infected cells, thereby hindering the spread of the infection within the body.