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Long-term treatment of patients with HIV-1: the role of atazanavir

Authors Artacho M, Barreiro P, Fernandez-Montero J

Published 13 September 2010 Volume 2010:2 Pages 157—166

DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/HIV.S5069

Review by Single anonymous peer review

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Miguel Ángel Artacho1, Pablo Barreiro2, José Vicente Fernández-Montero2
1Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain; 2Department of Infectious Diseases, Hospital Carlos III, Madrid, Spain

Background: The introduction of highly-active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) remains a major milestone in the management of HIV-infected patients. Protease inhibitors (PI) are commonly used as part of triple combinations, given that to antiviral potency, better tolerance and convenience has been achieved in recent years.
Objective: To summarize and update evidence-based information about atazanavir (ATV) on initial, simplification, and rescue interventions in HIV patients.
Methods: Review of observational and randomized trials reported in medical conferences, peer-reviewed journals, and treatment guidelines.
Results: ATV is a second-generation PI, which has shown across studies potent antiviral activity and high genetic barrier, both in HAART-naïve patients or after virological failure. Indulgent metabolic profile, in terms of insulin glucose and lipid levels, adds value to this drug for the long-term management of HIV infection.

Keywords: atazanavir, HAART, protease inhibitors

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