To answer:
Why cocktail is highly active than a single drug.
Introduction:
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a dangerous disease, which occur due to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The HIV virus primarily attacks the immune system, which leads to a spectrum of disorders. Antiviral agents destroy the virus by destructing their
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What is a doctor trying to prevent by suggesting a number of pills at a time.
Introduction:
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a dangerous disease, which occur due to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The HIV virus primarily attacks the immune system, which leads to a spectrum of disorders. Antiviral agents destroy the virus by destructing their metabolism. This inhibits the viral uncoating.
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