Which of the following is zidovudine (AZT) a treatment for?
Correct Answer: retroviral infection
Description: AZT is beneficial to patients with HIV infection, but the best time at which to commence therapy is still controversial. Common side effects include fatigue, macrocytic anemia, neutropenia, and myopathy. Treatment regimens now include protease inhibitors as well. Monotherapy with AZT results in development of resistance.
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