Fusion Inhibitor Flashcards
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Fusion Inhibitor
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Enfuvirtide (For use in adults and children > 6 years old).
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Enfuvirtide indications
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Treatment of HIV-1-infected patients who have experienced clinical or immunological deterioration after treatment with other agents, in combination with other antiretrovirals.
3
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Enfuvirtide actions
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Prevents the entry of the HIV-1 virus into cells by inhibiting the fusion of the virus membrane with the cellular membrane.
4
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Enfuvirtide route, onset, peak
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Subcutaneous, slow, 4-8 h
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Enfuvirtide adverse effects
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Headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, anorexia, pneumonia, chills, injection-site reactions.
