Maraviroc

Maraviroc is a prescription medication used to treat HIV infection. It works by blocking a specific receptor (CCR5) on immune cells, which HIV uses to enter and infect those cells. By preventing the virus from attaching and entering the cells, maraviroc helps reduce the amount of HIV in the body, supporting immune system health. It is usually used in combination with other antiretroviral drugs and prescribed based on the virus's characteristics, particularly whether it uses the CCR5 receptor to infect cells. Maraviroc's role is to help control HIV and improve quality of life for those living with the virus.