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There are medications available that prevent the chances of HIV infection after exposure.
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is transmitted through contact with infected blood, semen, vaginal fluid or breast milk.
If a person knows they have been exposed to HIV, they should seek immediate medical attention. An informed medical provider will know that post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) greatly reduces the chance of infection.
PEP is only effective is prescribed within 72 hours of exposure. PEP is a powerful, antiviral drug regimen that attempts to thwart HIVs attempts to infect a person. Time is critical when seeking treatment.
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How do drugs prevent HIV from causing damage?
The FDA has approved over 25 antiretroviral drugs that are used to treat HIV infection. They can help by lowering the viral load, fighting infections, and improving the quality of life, but nothing is said about these drugs preventing damage caused by HIV.The current goals of HIV drugs are:Control the growth of the virusImprove overall immune system function and statusSuppress symptomsProduce as few side effects as possibleThe drugs are not a cure and do not prevent HIV from causing damage.For more information visit http://www.webmd.com/hiv-aids/guide/aids-hiv-medication.
Can Zidolam kill HIV virus within 48 hour of infection?
I think this question is asking whether taking HIV drugs a possible exposure can stop that infection taking place. Using HIV drugs in this way is called Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) and in theory it is hoped that it might work. However, PEP involves taking a combination of three anti HIV drugs for about a month. Zidolam only contains two drugs - AZT (zidovudine) and 3TC (lamivudine). You would need to add a third drug for this to be likely to work. You also need to continue all three drugs for the month. PEP need to be taken as soon as possible after exposure, preferably within two hours. PEP may still work up to 48 hours afterwards, but the earlier the better.
Is the HIV virus in the presemen?
HIV is present in pre-ejaculate fluid. Pulling out is not an effective strategy for preventing HIV.
Teacher role in a school for preventing drug addiction and hiv?
The teacher's role in school for preventing drug addiction and HIV is issuing guiding and counseling and educating the students on the dangers of drug addiction and HIV.
Can you prevent HIV in the first 24 hours?
Yes! HIV can be prevented within the first few days after infection. It is important for anyone knowing they might have been exposed to HIV to seek immediate medical treatment. There is a treatment called Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) that can be started. PEP is essentially high doses of HIV medications. If started within the first 72 hours after exposure it can be effective.
How does Highly Active Anti Retroviral Therapy or HAART work to help people living with HIV or AIDS remain healthier longer?
It uses a combination of drugs to reduce the viral load of HIV infection within the blood.
What drugs can be taken if you think you may have been exposed to hiv?
HIV exposure should be taken very seriously. If a person knows they have been exposed to HIV they should seek immediate medical attention. It is possible to prescribe a medication regimine after exposure called "PEP"(Post Exposure Prophylaxis). "PEP" must be prescribed within 72 hours of exposure to be effective. "PEP" is not effective if started any later. If more than 72 hours has passed and the exposure results in the individual testing positive for HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), there are many effective treatments available. Seek the attention of an HIV specialist in your area for more information.
Do HIV drugs work perfectly or not at all?
Medications used to treat HIV infection have come a long way but they are far from perfect. With treatment, HIV is considered a chronic infection and not a terminal illness. However, HIV medications may have serious side effects that cause patients difficulty in day-to-day interactions. Despite adverse side effects, HIV medications are good at preventing the progression of the disease and help clients stay healthier for longer periods of time.
Can vitamin D and vitamin C and iron cure HIV?
No. Only antiretroviral drugs can reduce HIV.
What is the duration of Miss HIV?
The duration of Miss HIV is 1.47 hours.
Are cancer and HIV caused by drugs?
Some drugs have been observed to increase the risk for certain cancers, but to say drugs cause cancer is a stretch since cancers can be caused by many things. HIV is not caused by drugs, but can be spread from person-to-person if IV drug abusers share an infected needle with someone who infected with HIV who used the needle.
What type of pills do people with HIV have to take?
it called ARV you take it everyday
