HIV is an uncommon type of virus called a retrovirus, and drugs developed to disrupt the action of HIV are known as antiretrovirals or ARVs. These come in a variety of formulations designed to act on different stages of the life-cycle of HIV.
The AIDS virus mutates rapidly, which makes it extremely skilful at developing resistance [...]
HIV treatment is usually taken in tablet form. The tablets have to be taken at the right times, because missing doses makes it more likely that the virus will become resistant. Some tablets have to be kept in the fridge and some cannot be taken with certain kinds of food. The person with HIV has [...]
Drug treatments for HIV offer many people the chance to control the virus and stay healthy for much longer. Treatment options have had a huge impact on the lives of people with HIV and those who care for them. They can reduce AIDS-related illnesses, admissions to hospital and death rates. Treatment has also enabled some [...]