Droxinavir

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Droxinavir

Droxinavir (pronounced drox-in-a-vir) is a pharmaceutical drug used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS. It is an antiretroviral medication that inhibits the action of the protease enzyme, thereby preventing the virus from multiplying in the body.

Etymology

The name "Droxinavir" is derived from the words "droxy" and "navir", which are common suffixes in the names of antiretroviral medications. "Droxy" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which includes a hydroxy group, and "navir" is a suffix used in the International Nonproprietary Names (INN) for HIV protease inhibitors.

Usage

Droxinavir is used in combination with other antiretroviral medications to treat HIV/AIDS. It is not a cure for HIV/AIDS, but it can help to control the virus and slow the progression of the disease.

Related Terms

  • Antiretroviral therapy: The use of medications to treat HIV/AIDS.
  • Protease inhibitor: A type of antiretroviral medication that inhibits the action of the protease enzyme.
  • HIV: Human Immunodeficiency Virus, the virus that causes AIDS.
  • AIDS: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a disease caused by HIV.

Side Effects

Like all medications, Droxinavir can cause side effects. These may include nausea, diarrhea, and changes in body fat distribution. More serious side effects can include liver problems and changes in heart rhythm.

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