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mk-8510

Development stage: Discontinued
Lead developer: Merck
Modality: Small Molecules
Administration: Oral

Overview

MK-8510 is an oral small molecule antiviral agent developed by Merck Sharp & Dohme for the treatment of HIV infections. It is a prodrug of MK-8558 and belongs to the class of antiretrovirals. The precise mechanism of action has not been disclosed. As of early 2023, MK-8510 was in preclinical development for HIV-1 infections, with plans for a phase 1 clinical trial that was subsequently withdrawn[1][2][3].

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