Invirase (Noun)
Meaning
A weak protease inhibitor (trade name Invirase) used in treating HIV.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Invirase is typically prescribed in combination with other medications to effectively manage the symptoms of HIV.
- The doctor carefully monitored the patient's response to Invirase and adjusted the dosage as needed.
- Invirase was approved by the FDA as a treatment for HIV-1 infection in 1995.
- Patients taking Invirase are advised to also practice safe sex and avoid sharing needles to prevent transmission of the disease.
- While Invirase can help control the virus, it is not a cure and the patient must adhere to the prescription regimen indefinitely.