Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors

Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (RTIs) are drugs used to treat HIV/AIDS. They work by blocking the action of reverse transcriptase, an enzyme used by HIV to make copies of its genetic material. RTIs interrupt the reproduction process of HIV, preventing the virus from infecting more cells. They are a mainstay of HIV therapy, used in combination with other antiretroviral drugs for long-term control of the virus. RTIs are also used to treat other viral infections, such as hepatitis B and C. These drugs offer a powerful control of viral replication and are an essential part of modern drug regimens.