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Traws Pharma reports positive Phase 1 data for COVID-19 drug ratutrelvir; no ritonavir needed
Traws Pharma, Inc.
- Phase 1 data at 600 mg/day for 10 days show trough blood levels ~13x EC50 and >EC90 for 2 days post-treatment.
- Ratutrelvir suppressed 18 SARS-CoV-2 strains including nirmatrelvir-resistant and Omicron variants in lab tests.
- No requirement for ritonavir boosting due to favorable metabolism, potentially reducing drug-drug interaction risks.
- Excellent safety/tolerability in SAD and MAD studies at all doses tested; target Phase 2 dose defined.
- Company plans FDA interactions to initiate Phase 2; investor event March 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET.