Fusion Inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
Enfuvirtide
MOA
A
Inhibits HIV entry into host cell.
Binds to HR1 subunit of gp41 inhibiting the conformational changes in gp41 required for the fusion of the virus with host cell
2
Q
Enfuvirtide
Abs/Distrb/Elim
A
Given by subcut. injection.
Elimination t½ ~4h
3
Q
Enfuvirtide
Clinical use
A
HIV-1 infection in combination with other antiretrovirals
4
Q
Enfuvirtide
Adverse effects
A
Hypersensitivity reactions.