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Fluorine‐Containing Drugs Approved by the FDA in 2018
Fluorine-Based Drugs Approved by the FDA in 2018
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Abstract
In 2018, 17 fluorine-containing drugs were approved by the FDA.
- Fluorine substitution is a key feature in about half of the most successful drugs.
- The reviewed drugs include various types of aromatic and aliphatic fluorine and carbon-fluorine substitutions.
- These drugs represent advancements in treating diseases such as cancer, HIV, malaria, and smallpox.
- Fluorine atoms enhance the structural properties of pharmaceuticals, contributing to their effectiveness.
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