1-β-D-Arabinofuranosyluracil-2-C-methyl is an impurity of PSI-7977 (P839640), a prodrug that is metabolized to the active antiviral agent 2'-deoxy-2'-α-fluoro-β-C-methyluridine-5'-monophosphate and is currently being investigated in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of hepatitis C. Studies have profiled PSI-7977 as a nucleotide inhibitor of hepatitis C virus, exerting selective inhibitory effects towards HCV NS5B polymerase.
Molecular Formula:C10H14N2O6
Molecular Weight:258.23
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
