Long-Acting Cabotegravir for HIV Prevention: Injectable Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
1. Introduction: Injectable Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Cabotegravir is an integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI) that was reformulated as a long-acting injectable…
The Dapivirine Vaginal Ring: Topical Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis for Women
1. Introduction: A Topical Option for Women’s HIV Prevention HIV prevention has historically relied heavily on tools that are either…
Combination Antiretroviral Therapy: How HIV Became a Manageable Chronic Infection
1. Introduction: From Fatal Syndrome to Chronic Disease When the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) was first characterized in the early…
Oral Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (TDF/FTC and TAF/FTC): Pharmacology, Landmark Trials, and Real-World Impact
1. Introduction: Preventing HIV Before Exposure Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is the use of antiretroviral medication by HIV-negative people before potential…