Scientific Name: |
Zanamivir |
Brand Name: |
Relenza |
Company Owner: |
Glaxosmithkline |
Mechanism Of Action |
The proposed mechanism of action of zanamivir is via inhibition of influenza virus neuraminidase with the possibility of alteration of virus particle aggregation and release. By binding and inhibiting the neuraminidase protein, the drug renders the influenza virus unable to escape its host cell and infect others. |
Description of the Drug: |
Zanamivir is a neuraminidase inhibitor used to treat influenza A and B. |
Protein Data Bank: |
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