Azt (Noun)
Meaning
An antiviral drug (trade name Retrovir) used in the treatment of AIDS; adverse side effects include liver damage and suppression of the bone marrow.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed AZT to help manage the patient's HIV symptoms.
- Researchers have been studying the long-term effects of AZT on the human body.
- The patient experienced severe side effects from the AZT treatment, including liver damage.
- AZT was one of the first antiviral medications approved for the treatment of AIDS.
- The patient's bone marrow was severely suppressed due to prolonged use of AZT.