Ribavirin

- Overview
  - Ribavirin is an antiviral compound primarily used to treat hepatitis C.
    
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    Background
    
    Ribavirn is a guanosine analog with a carboxamide group which can mimic the purine nucleosides, guanosine and adenosine. Because of its similarity to these two nucleosides, ribavirn can become incorporated into viral RNA leading to lethal mutations.
- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    36791-04-5
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C8H12N4O5
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    244.206
    
    Storage
    
    2-8°C
    
    * For research use only
- Applications
  - Application Description
    
    Spectrum: Ribavirn is active against hepatitis C and RNA viruses that cause viral hemorrhagic fevers (VHFs).