FDA-Approved HIV Medicines | NIH - HIVinfo
WEBJul 31, 2024 · The following table lists HIV medicines recommended for the treatment of HIV infection in the United States, based on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) HIV and AIDS medical practice guidelines. All of these drugs are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
List of Approved Antiretroviral Drugs for Treating HIV/AIDS
WEBAug 23, 2023 · Antiretroviral drugs are used to treat HIV infection. They work by blocking a stage of the virus's life cycle and, by doing so, prevent the virus from replicating. The drugs are organized into six different classes based largely on the stage of …
10 Commonly Prescribed HIV Medications | HIV Treatment - Healthgrades
WEBAug 25, 2021 · HIV medication therapy has changed the lives of millions of people with HIV. Learn what drugs doctors commonly prescribe for HIV treatment, including dosing and side effects.
HIV Treatment: The Basics | NIH - HIVinfo
WEBAug 16, 2021 · The treatment for HIV is called antiretroviral therapy (ART). ART involves taking a combination of HIV medicines (called an HIV treatment regimen) every day. ART is recommended for everyone who has HIV. People with HIV should start taking HIV medicines as soon as possible.
Antiretrovirals: HIV and AIDS Drugs - WebMD
WEBJan 20, 2023 · Control the growth of the virus. Improve how well your immune system works. Slow or stop symptoms. Prevent transmission of HIV to others. The FDA has approved more than two dozen antiretroviral...
HIV/AIDS - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBFeb 9, 2024 · Treatment. There's no cure for HIV/AIDS. Once you have the infection, your body can't get rid of it. But there are medicines that can control HIV and prevent complications. Everyone diagnosed with HIV should take antiretroviral therapy medicines, also called ART. This is true no matter what stage the disease is in or what the complications are.
Treating HIV | HIV | CDC - Centers for Disease Control and …
WEBApr 12, 2024 · There are two types of HIV treatment: pills and shots. Pills are recommended for people just starting HIV treatment. There are many FDA-approved single pill and combination medicines available. HIV treatment shots are long-acting injections given once a month or once every other month, depending on your treatment plan.
HIV Treatment Overview
WEBJun 7, 2022 · HIV treatment involves taking highly effective medicines called antiretroviral therapy (ART) that work to control the virus. ART is recommended for everyone with HIV, and people with HIV should start ART as soon as possible after diagnosis, even on that same day. People on ART take a combination of …
HIV Medications: Combinations, Antiretrovirals, HAART, & More - WebMD
WEBJan 22, 2023 · HIV Medications. Medically Reviewed by Jonathan E. Kaplan, MD on January 22, 2023. Written by WebMD Editorial Contributors. The following are some of the HIV medications available in...
Antiretroviral Therapy (ART): How It Works & Side Effects
WEBAntiretroviral therapy (ART) is a combination of medications used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). It works by stopping HIV from reproducing. It can reduce your levels of HIV and keep your immune system healthy. It’s not a cure, but many people reach undetectable levels of HIV.