Nelfinavir
- Generic Name
- Nelfinavir
- Brand Names
- Viracept
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C32H45N3O4S
- CAS Number
- 159989-64-7
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- HO3OGH5D7I
Overview
Nelfinavir is a potent HIV-1 protease inhibitor. It is used in combination with other antiviral drugs in the treatment of HIV in both adults and children. Nelfinavir inhibits the HIV viral proteinase enzyme which prevents cleavage of the gag-pol polyprotein, resulting in noninfectious, immature viral particles.
Background
Nelfinavir is a potent HIV-1 protease inhibitor. It is used in combination with other antiviral drugs in the treatment of HIV in both adults and children. Nelfinavir inhibits the HIV viral proteinase enzyme which prevents cleavage of the gag-pol polyprotein, resulting in noninfectious, immature viral particles.
Indication
Used in combination with other antiviral drugs in the treatment of HIV in both adults and children.
Associated Conditions
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) Infection
Clinical Trials
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