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 protease inhibitors (PIs) is one way to help… Read More

WHAT IS ATAZANAVIR? Atazanavir, also known as atazanavir sulfate or ATV (brand name Reyataz), is a drug used as part of antiretroviral therapy (ART). The FDA approved atazanavir in 2003 as an antiretroviral drug (ARV) for people with HIV infection. Generic versions have been approved… Read More

WHAT IS DARUNAVIR? Darunavir, also known as darunavir ethanolate or DRV (brand name Prezista), is a drug used as part of antiretroviral therapy (ART). The FDA approved darunavir in 2006 as an antiretroviral drug (ARV) for people with HIV infection. Generic versions have been approved… Read More