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Griffithsin (GRFT) Fast-Dissolving Insert (FDI)

The Griffithsin (GRFT) fast-dissolving insert (FDI) is developed by Population Council. This fast-dissolving vaginal insert is an on-demand HIV prevention product for women and girls, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, designed for over-the-counter distribution as a non-antiretroviral option. Manufacturable in low- and middle-income countries, the safe, discreet, user-controlled, and portable fast-dissolving insert has activity against HIV, HSV-2, and HPV, and may be suitable for over-the-counter distribution. Building on favorable outcomes in animal models, the GRFT FDI will be advanced through pre-clinical studies, production of good manufacturing practice FDIs, and the conduct of Phase 1 trials.

Development Stage:

Pre-formulation

Hormonal/Non-Hormonal:

Non-Contraceptive

Delivery Route & Method:

Topical - Fast Dissolving Insert/Capsule-Vaginal

Developer:

  • Population Council

Funding:

  • U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)

Active Ingredient(s):

  • Unspecified

Product Indication(s):

  • HIV
  • HPV
  • HSV-1
  • HSV-2

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