Videx
Videx
Videx (/ˈvaɪdɛks/), also known by its generic name Didanosine (/daɪˈdænoʊsiːn/), is an antiretroviral medication used to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS. It is a type of medication known as a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI).
Etymology
The name "Videx" is a brand name, and the origin of the name is not publicly disclosed. The generic name "Didanosine" is derived from its chemical structure, which is a type of nucleoside analog, specifically a didanosine compound.
Usage
Videx is used in combination with other antiretroviral medications to treat HIV infection. It works by inhibiting the action of reverse transcriptase, an enzyme that the HIV virus needs to replicate itself.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Videx include nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Serious side effects can include pancreatitis, peripheral neuropathy, and lactic acidosis.
Related Terms
- Antiretroviral therapy
- Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors
- HIV/AIDS
- Pancreatitis
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Lactic acidosis
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Videx
- Wikipedia's article - Videx
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