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AZD-0914: A New Broad-Spectrum Narrow-Development Path Drug

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At first glance, the list of features that distinguish AZD-0914 from other FQ seems impressive: broad Gram-positive and Gram-negative activity, MRSA and MSSA activity, potency against fluoroquinolone (FQ)-resistant isolates, low frequency for S. aureus resistance, and impressive activity against C. difficile. In addition, researchers mention a peculiar MoA for this gyrase/topoisomerase Continue reading AZD-0914: A New Broad-Spectrum Narrow-Development Path Drug→

QIDP Drugs – 4th Edition

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>>> For the latest QIDP list, please click HERE  <<< Since our last QIDP blog from April 8, 2015, several new drugs have made the list which now includes 41 compounds. Below a table which includes compound, sponsor and development stage (Phase). It also indicates whether a drug has been the topic of a Continue reading QIDP Drugs – 4th Edition→

Plazomicin – A Quick Take On A Complex Drug With A Complex Development Path

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Whenever a new drug is in late stage development, its prospects become the focus of intense scrutiny. Plazomicin (ACHN-490), like any Phase 3 drug should be evaluated along the following dimensions: Differentiation: within its class & compared to competitors: Does it have a unique clearly definable profile? Addressing an unmet need: Continue reading Plazomicin – A Quick Take On A Complex Drug With A Complex Development Path→