HIV protease inhibitors

HIV protease inhibitors are medications used to treat HIV by blocking an enzyme called protease, which the virus needs to mature and become infectious. Without this enzyme's action, HIV produces immature, non-infectious particles, reducing the amount of virus in the body. This helps prevent the progression of HIV to AIDS and lowers the risk of transmission. Protease inhibitors are typically used as part of combination therapy to effectively control the virus, improve immune function, and enhance quality of life for those living with HIV.