CRS0393 NTM/TB
Preclinical program targeting mycobacterial infections
- Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM)
- M. abscessus complex
- M. avium complex
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- M. tuberculosis
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CRS0393 NTM/TB Overview
We are developing a novel class of anti-mycobacterial agents (benzothiazole amides) that target the MmpL3 protein essential for cell wall synthesis. In collaboration with scientists at Colorado State University, the hit-to-lead program has resulted in CRS0393, an advanced compound that shows excellent potency against all mycobacteria tested, including multidrug-resistant strains.
Why It Matters
Chronic respiratory mycobacterial infections with nontuberculous mycobacteria are increasing in incidence and are notoriously difficult to treat. Lung disease manifests as nodular bronchiectasis and/or fibrocavitary disease. Treatment of nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease is challenging since the potency of available agents is relatively low, resistance to antibacterial agents is common and prolonged treatment with multiple drugs is difficult to tolerate.
Key Areas of Study
- Novel mechanism of action based on inhibition of MmpL3, essential for cell wall synthesis
- Highly potent lead compound
- No pre-existing resistance
- In vivo efficacy in a mouse model of NTM infection
- Oral bioavailability and potential for aerosol/inhaled therapy
- Good activity against M. tuberculosis
Ongoing CRS0393 NTM/TB Studies
Novel anti-mycobacterial candidate CRS0393 is still in pre-clinical development, so no clinical studies are available for this drug candidate at the moment. Please check back soon for further updates.
CRS0393 Presentations
Presentation: World Antimicrobial Resistance (WAMR) Conference 2022
WAMR Conference 2022 Presentation Details Poster Presentation: Addressing the AMR Challenge:...
CRS0393 News / Updates
Crestone, Inc. joins the Antimicrobials Working Group
June 8, 2021 – Announcement: Crestone, Inc. joins the Antimicrobials Working Group to Combat...
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