Floatz Rating
BB64/100
Confidence
Indicative
Sponsor
Assiut University
Modality
Small molecule
Development Phase
Phase 3
Status
Active
Evidence ledger · v0.2
Clinical Evidence
Clinical track record: trial progression, reported outcomes, safety signals, and endpoint quality.
56High confidence
Detailed axis rationale is planned and will be published soon.
| Trial | Phase | Status | N | Primary endpoint | Readout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NCT02412917CT.gov A Comparative Study of FV-100 vs. Valacyclovir for the Prevention of Post-Herpetic Neuralgia | — | Terminated | — | — | — |
NCT00652184CT.gov Study to Compare Efficacy of Topical ARYS-01 (Sorivudine) Cream 3%, Oral Valaciclovir and Combination ARYS-01 Cream 3%/Oral Valaciclovir for Treatment of Herpes Zoster (Shingles) | — | Unknown | — | — | — |
NCT01250561CT.gov Reduction of Postherpetic Neuralgia in Herpes Zoster | — | Completed | — | — | — |
Competitive Position
Competitive setting: how crowded the indication is, class-level failures, and timing against rivals.
81High confidence
Detailed axis rationale is planned and will be published soon.
Same indication · Postherpetic Neuralgia
| Asset | Sponsor | Phase | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valaciclovir (this asset) | Assiut University | P3 | BB · 64 |
| Lidocaine | Seoul National University Hospital | P4 | BBB |
| Pregabalin | Neurodawn Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. | P4 | BBB |
| Gabapentin | University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City | P4 | BBB |
| Capsaicin | Astellas Pharma Europe Ltd. | P4 | BBB |
| (±)-Tramadol | Astellas Pharma Inc | P4 | BB |
| Crisugabalin | Haisco Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. | P3 | BB |
| Marcaine | Shirong Tan | P4 | BB |
| Etoricoxib | Analgesic Solutions | P4 | BB |
+42 more in the Postherpetic Neuralgia cohort
Other indications for Valaciclovir
| Indication | Sponsor | Phase | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herpes Simplex Infectious Disease | — | P4 | BBB · 74 |
| Schizoaffective Disorder | — | P4 | BB · 68 |
| Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma | — | P3 | BB · 66 |
Scientific Foundation
Strength of the underlying biology: target validation, tractability, modality fit, and how related mechanisms have fared.
NR
Planned for methodology v0.2.
Development Feasibility
How realistically the program can be executed, drawing on modality precedent, enrollment dynamics, and sponsor delivery.
NR
Planned for methodology v0.2.
Commercial Opportunity
Commercial prize: addressable population, unmet need, and the value case for the indication.
NR
Planned for methodology v0.2.
IP & Exclusivity
Exclusivity position, covering patent protection and freedom-to-operate runway.
NR
Planned for methodology v0.2.
Manufacturing & Supply
Manufacturing and supply readiness, driven by modality process and scale-up risk.
NR
Planned for methodology v0.2.
Related assets
Citation
Floatz Terminal. Valaciclovir in Postherpetic Neuralgia. Methodology v0.2. Rated under v0.2 effective July 8, 2026. Last refreshed July 8, 2026. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://terminal.floatz.ai/assets/valaciclovir-postherpetic-neuralgia
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