Antiretroviral Drugs
ANTIRETROVIRAL DRUGS Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop. Introduction Top of Form Top of Form · Antiretroviral drugs are medications used to treat infections caused by retroviruses, primarily HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). · These drugs do not cure HIV but help manage the virus, enabling individuals to lead longer, healthier lives. · The introduction of antiretroviral therapy (ART) has dramatically improved the prognosis of HIV-infected patients, transforming HIV from a fatal disease to a manageable chronic condition. Definition · Antiretroviral drugs are a class of medication specifically designed to inhibit the replication of retroviruses, including HIV. · By targeting various stages of the viral lifecycle, these drugs reduce the viral load in the body, maintain immune function, and prevent the progression to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). Classificat