HIV Protease Inhibitors

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Also known as:  Protease Inhibitors

 

Description

HIV Protease Inhibitors are a group of Anti-Viral Prescribed Medications.

 

Conventional Medical Use of HIV Protease Inhibitors

Immune System

 HIV Protease Inhibitors are prescribed for the treatment of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome(AIDS):

 HIV Protease Inhibitors inhibit the replication of the HIV virus that is responsible for AIDS (by inhibiting HIV Protease, an enzyme that forms part of the HIV virus).

 

Toxic Effects of HIV Protease Inhibitors

Excretory System

 HIV Protease Inhibitors may damage the Kidneys.

 

Metabolism

 HIV Protease Inhibitors may cause a form of Lipodystrophy that results in the excessive accumulation of Visceral Fat (resulting in a protruding abdomen).

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