In 2023, there were 115 direct-acting small molecules in preclinical programs worldwide, as well as 33 direct acting peptides in preclinical programs. This statistic illustrates the number of antibacterial agents in preclinical programs worldwide, by agent category.
Number of antibacterial agents in preclinical programs worldwide in 2023, by type
The analysis does not include: vaccines; topical decolonizing agents; non-specific inorganic substances; biodefence agents; agents not developed for systemic use (injectable or oral formulations) or inhalation but only for topical application (e.g., creams or eye drops); new formulations of existing treatments; or extension of indication of already approved antibacterial agents.
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WHO. (June 14, 2024). Number of antibacterial agents in preclinical programs worldwide in 2023, by type [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 19, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1233396/antibacterial-agents-in-preclinical-phase-worldwide-by-type/
WHO. "Number of antibacterial agents in preclinical programs worldwide in 2023, by type." Chart. June 14, 2024. Statista. Accessed December 19, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1233396/antibacterial-agents-in-preclinical-phase-worldwide-by-type/
WHO. (2024). Number of antibacterial agents in preclinical programs worldwide in 2023, by type. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: December 19, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1233396/antibacterial-agents-in-preclinical-phase-worldwide-by-type/
WHO. "Number of Antibacterial Agents in Preclinical Programs Worldwide in 2023, by Type." Statista, Statista Inc., 14 Jun 2024, https://www.statista.com/statistics/1233396/antibacterial-agents-in-preclinical-phase-worldwide-by-type/
WHO, Number of antibacterial agents in preclinical programs worldwide in 2023, by type Statista, https://www.statista.com/statistics/1233396/antibacterial-agents-in-preclinical-phase-worldwide-by-type/ (last visited December 19, 2024)
Number of antibacterial agents in preclinical programs worldwide in 2023, by type [Graph], WHO, June 14, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1233396/antibacterial-agents-in-preclinical-phase-worldwide-by-type/
