AZT (Zidovudine)

AZT, also known as Zidovudine, is an antiretroviral medication used to treat HIV infection. It works by blocking an enzyme that the virus needs to multiply, thereby reducing the amount of HIV in the body. This helps prevent the progression to AIDS and lowers the risk of transmitting the virus to others. AZT is usually taken as a part of a combination therapy to improve effectiveness. While effective, it can cause side effects like anemia or fatigue. Overall, AZT has been a crucial tool in managing HIV since its development in the late 1980s.