Also Known As:
AZT, zidovudine
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Definition:
A nucleoside
reverse transcriptase inhibitor first approved by FDA in 1987 and used in
combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV infection
in adults and children 3 months to 12 years of age. Also FDA approved (08/08/94)
for use in HIV-infected pregnant women beginning between 14 and 34 weeks
gestation and during labor, and for use in newborn babies of HIV-infected
mothers.
Related Terms
• AZT;
Zidovudine
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