GS-441524 is a nucleoside analog antiviral drug that has shown promise in treating feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), a viral disease caused by certain strains of feline coronavirus. FIP is a serious and often fatal disease in cats, especially in young kittens and cats with weakened immune systems.GS-441524 works by inhibiting viral replication, which can help reduce the severity of FIP symptoms and improve the cat's quality of life.
Mechanism of Action: GS-441524 works by interfering with the replication process of certain viruses, including feline coronaviruses. It's a nucleoside analog, which means it mimics the building blocks of viral RNA. When the virus tries to replicate using GS-441524, it introduces errors into its genetic material, ultimately leading to the inhibition of viral replication.
FIP and Coronaviruses in Cats: Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is caused by a type of coronavirus known as feline coronavirus (FCoV). There are two forms of FCoV: the more common and usually benign feline enteric coronavirus (FECV), and the less common but more severe feline infectious peritonitis virus (FIPV). FIPV can mutate from FECV within a cat's body, leading to the development of FIP.
Property | Details |
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Boiling Point | N/A |
CAS Number | 1191237-69-0 |
Grade | Pharmaceutcial Grade |
Shipping Method | Air(UPS, FedEx, TNT, EMS) Or Sea |
Density | 1.84±0.1 G |
Appearance | White Powder |
Storage | Store At Cool Dry Place |
Molecular Weight | 291.26 |
Purity |
99.0% |