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Letermovir

Cytomegalovirus DNA Terminase Complex Inhibitor
Available on requestOrphanOther antiviralsHIV
Presentations
6
Brands
1
Manufacturers
1
Available from stock
0

Letermovir is a cytomegalovirus DNA terminase complex inhibitor indicated for prophylaxis of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and disease in adult and pediatric patients 6 months of age and older and weighing at least 6 kg. MedsAcross supplies Letermovir for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Cytomegalovirus DNA Terminase Complex Inhibitor, Cytochrome P450 2C19 Inducers, Cytochrome P450 2C8 Inhibitors, Cytochrome P450 2C9 Inducers, Cytochrome P450 3A Inhibitors, DNA Terminase Complex Inhibitors, Organic Anion Transporting Polypeptide 1B1 Inhibitors, Organic Anion Transporting Polypeptide 1B3 Inhibitors
ATC classification
J05AX18 Letermovir · Enisamium iodide
US FDA first approval
8 November 2017
EU status
Authorised
Orphan designation
Yes
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Oral, Intravenous
Dosage forms
Injection, Oral pellets, Tablet
Identifiers
UNII 1H09Y5WO1FRxCUI 1988648CAS 917389-32-3DrugBank DB12070Q15409407

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

PREVYMIS is a CMV DNA terminase complex inhibitor indicated for: Prophylaxis of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and disease in adult and pediatric patients 6 months of age and older and weighing at least 6 kg who are CMV-seropositive recipients [R+] of an allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT). Prophylaxis of CMV disease in adult and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 40 kg who are kidney transplant recipients at high risk (Donor CMV seropositive/Recipient CMV seronegative [D+/R-]).

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

Adult and Pediatric Patients 12 Years of Age and Older and Weighing at least 30 kg Who Are HSCT Recipients or Adult and Pediatric Patients 12 Years of Age and Older and Weighing at least 40 kg Who Are Kidney Transplant Recipients: HSCT: 480 mg administered once daily orally or as an intravenous (IV) infusion over 1 hour through 100 days post-HSCT. In patients at risk for late CMV infection and disease, PREVYMIS may be continued through 200 days post-HSCT. Kidney Transplant: 480 mg administered once daily orally or as an IV infusion over 1 hour through 200 days post-transplant. Pediatric Patients 6 Months to Less than 12 Years of Age or 12 Years of Age and Older and Weighing Less than 30 kg Who Are HSCT Recipients: HSCT: Dosing based on weight administered once daily orally or as an IV infusion over 1 hour through 100 days post-HSCT.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

PREVYMIS is contraindicated in patients receiving pimozide or ergot alkaloids: Pimozide: Concomitant administration of PREVYMIS in patients receiving pimozide may result in increased concentrations of pimozide due to inhibition of cytochrome P450 3A (CYP3A) by letermovir, which may lead to QT prolongation and torsades de pointes. Ergot alkaloids: Concomitant administration of PREVYMIS in patients receiving ergot alkaloids may result in increased concentrations of ergot alkaloids (ergotamine and dihydroergotamine) due to inhibition of CYP3A by letermovir, which may lead to ergotism. PREVYMIS is contraindicated with pitavastatin and simvastatin when co-administered with cyclosporine.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

Risk of Adverse Reactions or Reduced Therapeutic Effect Due to Drug Interactions: The concomitant use of PREVYMIS with certain drugs may result in potentially significant drug interactions, some of which may lead to adverse reactions (PREVYMIS or concomitant drugs) or reduced therapeutic effect of PREVYMIS or the concomitant drug. Consult the full prescribing information for contraindications and dosage recommendations for concomitant drugs. Risks Associated with Hydroxypropyl Betadex Excipient in Intravenous Formulation: Intravenous formulation of PREVYMIS contains the excipient hydroxypropyl betadex. PREVYMIS injection should be used only in patients unable to take oral therapy. If possible, intravenous administration should not exceed 4 weeks. In patients with renal impairment, accumulation of hydroxypropyl betadex may occur.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

Adult HSCT Patients: Most common adverse events (occurring in at least 10% of subjects in the PREVYMIS group and at a frequency at least 2% greater than placebo) are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, peripheral edema, cough, headache, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Adult Kidney Transplant Patients: Most common adverse event (occurring in at least 10% of subjects in the PREVYMIS group and at a frequency greater than valganciclovir) is diarrhea. Pediatric Patients: Adverse events in pediatric patients are similar to adults.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Interactions

Dosage Adjustment: If PREVYMIS is co-administered with cyclosporine, the dosage of PREVYMIS should be decreased to 240 mg once daily in adult and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. If PREVYMIS is co-administered with cyclosporine in pediatric patients less than 12 years of age, dose adjustment may be required. Co-administration of PREVYMIS may alter the plasma concentrations of other drugs and other drugs may alter the plasma concentrations of PREVYMIS. Consult the full prescribing information prior to and during treatment for potential drug interactions.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Storage

Store PREVYMIS tablets at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Store PREVYMIS injection vials at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Store PREVYMIS tablets in the original package until use to protect from moisture. Store in the original carton to protect from exposure to light.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

6 presentations of Letermovir, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Prevymis 240 mg tabletOralMerck Sharp & DohmeUS FDAAvailable on request
Prevymis 480 mg tabletOralMerck Sharp & DohmeUS FDAAvailable on request
Prevymis 120 mg oral pelletsOralMerck Sharp & DohmeUS FDAAvailable on request
Prevymis 20 mg oral pelletsOralMerck Sharp & DohmeUS FDAAvailable on request
Prevymis 240 mg/12 mL injectionIntravenousMerck Sharp & DohmeUS FDAAvailable on request
Prevymis 480 mg/24 mL injectionIntravenousMerck Sharp & DohmeUS FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

1 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

United States

Manufacturers

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 8 November 2017Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)AuthorisedEMA medicines data
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
AustriaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
BelgiumRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
BulgariaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CroatiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CyprusRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
CzechiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
DenmarkRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
EstoniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
FinlandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
FranceRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
GermanyRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
GreeceRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
HungaryRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
IcelandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
IrelandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
ItalyRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LatviaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LiechtensteinRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LithuaniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
LuxembourgRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
MaltaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
NetherlandsRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
NorwayRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
PolandRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
PortugalRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
RomaniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SlovakiaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SloveniaRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SpainRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
SwedenRegisteredEuropean Medicines Agency (central authorisation)Checked 12 November 2026
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Questions and answers

Is Letermovir available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 6 presentations of Letermovir and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

What brand names does Letermovir have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Letermovir, including Prevymis.

Is Letermovir approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Letermovir on 8 November 2017, according to Drugs@FDA.

Is Letermovir authorised in the European Union?

Yes. Letermovir has a central EU marketing authorisation (status: authorised), according to European Medicines Agency data.

Does Letermovir need cold chain shipping?

No listed presentation of Letermovir is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.

Which ATC class is Letermovir in?

Letermovir is classified under ATC code J05AX18 (Letermovir).

References

  1. PREVYMIS prescribing information (Merck Sharp & Dohme). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 14 January 2026
  2. Prevymis: European public assessment report (EPAR). European Medicines Agency. Retrieved 12 December 2025

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