What is Alisporivir used for?

Alisporivir has been studied for treating Hepatitis C, COVID-19, and certain liver or kidney diseases.

How does Alisporivir work in the body?

Alisporivir works by inhibiting a specific protein known as Cyclophilin A.

Is Alisporivir an oral medication?

The provided data does not specify if Alisporivir is taken by mouth.

Is Alisporivir a natural product?

Yes, Alisporivir is categorized as a natural product.

What stage of testing is Alisporivir in?

Alisporivir has reached Phase 3 clinical trials for certain uses.

Does Alisporivir have a black box warning?

No, there is no black box warning listed for Alisporivir.

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Cyclophilin A inhibitor

Alisporivir is a protein-type molecule being researched for its ability to inhibit Cyclophilin A. While it has been studied for various conditions, it is primarily investigated for its potential use in treating Hepatitis C and COVID-19.

How it worksAlisporivir works by blocking a protein called Cyclophilin A.

Used for

Hepatitis C virus infectionChronic hepatitis C virus infectionLiver diseaseCOVID-19Chronic kidney disease

Conditions

Hepatitis C virus infectionChronic hepatitis C virus infectionLiver diseaseCOVID-19Chronic kidney disease

Class

Cyclophilin A inhibitor

How to take

Alisporivir is currently in clinical development phases and is not a standard approved treatment for these conditions according to the provided data.

Talk to your doctor

Questions to ask

·Is Alisporivir appropriate for my specific type of Hepatitis C?
·What are the potential risks of Cyclophilin A inhibitors?
·How does Alisporivir interact with my current liver medications?

Educational summary derived from FDA labeling, AI-assisted. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional. Updated 2026-04-26.

How to take

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