OVERVIEW HIV attacks cells within the body’s immune system. To spread, the virus needs to enter these cells and make copies of itself. The copies are then released from these cells and infect other cells. Treatment with pharmacokinetic enhancers is one way to help stop… Read More

WHAT IS RITONAVIR? Ritonavir, also known as RTV (brand name Norvir), is a drug used as part of antiretroviral therapy (ART). The FDA approved ritonavir in 1996 as an antiretroviral drug (ARV) for people with HIV infection. Generic versions have been approved under PEPFAR. Ritonavir… Read More

WHAT IS COBICISTAT? Cobicistat, also known as COBI (brand name Tybost), is a drug used as part of antiretroviral therapy (ART). The FDA approved cobicistat in 2012 for people with HIV infection. Cobicistat is manufactured by Gilead Sciences. Cobicistat is a type of drug called… Read More