anti retroviral drugs for HIV Flashcards

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zidovudine (retrovir, AZT

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inhibits DNA and viral replication
first line antiretrovirals to treat HIV infection for short term care
suppressed bone marrow resulting in anemia
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agranulocytosis - neutropenia and thrombocytopenia
assess for lactic acidosis, hyperventilation nausea and abdominal pain

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