Question

6-Fluoro-3-oxo-3,4-dihydro-2-pyrazine carboxamide is the IUPAC name of which drug?

• A. \( \text{Ritonavir} \)
• B. \( \text{Favipiravir} \)
• C. \( \text{Remdesivir} \)
• D. \( \text{Pyrazinamide} \)

Hint:

Fluorine atoms in drug molecules enhance their metabolic stability and bioavailability, making them crucial in medicinal chemistry.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Favipiravir is an antiviral drug that selectively inhibits RNA-dependent RNA polymerase. It is primarily used in the treatment of influenza and has been investigated for SARS-CoV-2. The presence of a fluorine atom contributes to its pharmacokinetics and activity profile.