protease inhibitor

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Definition Noun : A protease inhibitor is a type of antiviral drug. Its primary use is in the treatment of HIV infection. It works by binding to and blocking the activity of the HIV protease enzyme. This interruption prevents the virus from replicating correctly, thereby slowing the progression of the disease. It is typically not used alone but as a crucial component of combination therapy with...