Some of us may have had this case of embarrassment. You contract chlamydia, and you aren’t sure you can get the right medication because you’re too ashamed to ask. How does the body defend against these risqué threats? In the wild world of sexually-transmitted infections (STIs), Azithromycin is a go-to medication. This antibiotic, commonly known […]
Category: Infectious Diseases and Antiviral Medications
Dolutegravir: A Cutting-Edge Antiretroviral in the Fight Against HIV
HIV/AIDS is a tricky condition. Most people who have it don’t even know they have it. Thus, one of the most challenging global health crises of the modern era is largely a silent one; but thanks to continuous advancements in medical science, the prognosis for individuals living with HIV has greatly improved. Dolutegravir, a powerful […]
Tenofovir: Instrumental in HIV Treatment and Prevention
HIV is no longer the morbid eventuality it once was. With the advent of antiretroviral therapy, living with the disease is relatively comfortable, even if the condition isn’t strictly curable. Tenofovir, a potent antiretroviral medication, is a cornerstone in the structure of modern HIV treatment. In this article, we’ll explore the mechanism of action of […]