reviewChemistry - A European JournalMar 22, 2025BRONZE OA

Fluorine in the Pharmaceutical Industry: FDA‐Approved Fluorine‐Containing Drugs in 2024

Nanjing Forestry University · Nanjing Medical University · +10 more institutions

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Abstract

Fluorine has become an essential element in the development of modern pharmaceuticals, due to its unique chemical properties that can significantly enhance the biological activity, metabolic stability, and lipophilicity of drug molecules. This review explores recent advancements in the synthesis and application of fluorine-containing drugs approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2024. These novel drugs demonstrate improved efficacy and safety profiles, addressing a range of therapeutic areas including oncology, infectious diseases, metabolic disorders and genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands. The incorporation of fluorine atoms into drug candidates has facilitated the development…

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Keywords
  • Drug
  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmacodynamics
  • Pharmacokinetics
  • Lipophilicity
  • Fluorine
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Drug development
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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