4-(2-Amino-6-(cyclopropylamino)-9H-purin-9-yl)-2-cyclopentene-1-methanol

DescriptionThe drug is extensively metabolized via stepwise phosphorylation to 5′-mono-, di-, and triphosphate. Abacavir is well absorbed (>75%) and penetrates the CNS. The drug can be taken without regard to meals. The drug does not show any clinically significant drug–drug interactions. Abacavir has been reported to produce life-threatening hypersensitivity reactions. The major use of abacavir appears to be in combination with other nucleoside RT inhibitors. A fixed-combination product has recently been approved by the U.S. FDA consisting of 300 mg of ABC, 150 mg of 3TC, and 300 mg of ZDV (Trizivar). The combination has been shown to be superior to other combinations in reducing viral load as well as to show improvement in CD4 cell count.

UsesA nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI).

UsesAbacavir is a commonly used nucleoside analogue with potent antiviral activity against HIV-1. - See more at: http://www.selleckchem.com/products/abacavir-sulfate.html#sthash.lApvcTNO.dpuf

General DescriptionAbacavir is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitorNRTI that has been approved for use in combination therapiesfor the treatment of HIV and AIDS. Once in the tissues,it is metabolized by stepwise phosphorylation to themonophosphate, diphosphate, and triphosphate. Abacavir ishighly bioavailable (＞75%) and is effective by the oralroute. It penetrates the blood-brain barrier efficiently.Abacavir has been reported to produce life-threatening hypersensitivityreactions in some patients.

DefinitionChEBI: Abacavir is a 2,6-diaminopurine that is (1S)-cyclopent-2-en-1-ylmethanol in which the pro-R hydrogen at the 4-position is substituted by a 2-amino-6-(cyclopropylamino)-9H-purin-9-yl group. A nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) with antiretroviral activity against HIV, it is used (particularly as the sulfate) with other antiretrovirals in combination therapy of HIV infection. It has a role as a HIV-1 reverse transcriptase inhibitor, an antiviral drug and a drug allergen.