LemuelPitkin
Oct 15, 8:25 PM
$SCYX Re: Scy-247
In USA a new fungal brain disease Cladophialophora bantiana
*rare but highly lethal black mold that primarily targets the central nervous system, creating abscesses of dead tissue and pus in the brain
*four-fold increase in cases
*ability to infect individuals with completely healthy immune systems
*fatality rate of 60% to 70%.
Will SCY-247 Be Helpful?
SCY-247 shows promise:
*efficacy against C. bantiana remains unproven.
• Blood-Brain Barrier Penetration: Unlike many traditional antifungals, SCY-247 has been specifically designed with enhanced tissue penetration
• Broad-Spectrum and Anti-Mold Profile:
*activity against a wide variety of yeasts and molds
• Current Development Status: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted SCY-247 Fast Track and Qualified Infectious Disease Product (QIDP) designations.
*NDA submission in 2028?
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