Videx EC
Videx EC (pronounced: vih-dex ee-see) is a brand name for the medication Didanosine, which is an antiretroviral drug used in the treatment of HIV and AIDS.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of Videx EC is "vih-dex ee-see".
Etymology
The name Videx EC is derived from the generic name of the drug, Didanosine. The "EC" stands for "enteric coated", which means the drug is coated to prevent it from dissolving until it reaches the intestines.
Usage
Videx EC is used in combination with other antiretroviral drugs to slow the progression of HIV and AIDS. It works by inhibiting the replication of the HIV virus in the body.
Related Terms
- Antiretroviral therapy: The use of drugs to manage HIV and AIDS.
- Didanosine: The generic name for Videx EC.
- Enteric coated: A type of drug coating designed to protect the drug from the stomach acid and release it in the intestines.
- HIV: Human Immunodeficiency Virus, the virus that causes AIDS.
- AIDS: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a disease caused by HIV.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Videx EC
- Wikipedia's article - Videx EC
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