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Links to information about the treatment of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
Reviewed August 2008
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Combination therapy
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Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)
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Combination therapy means taking a combination of antiretroviral ( antiviral) drugs. This page has info about the kinds of HIV treatments available and issues you need to consider when deciding on treatment, as well as info about salvage treatment, re-infection, and immune-based therapies.
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HIV treatment
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Better Health Channel
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New drug treatments for HIV offer most people infected with the virus the chance to control the virus and stay healthy for much longer. Currently, five main classes of drugs are taken in combination. Drug treatment does not prevent transmission of the virus.
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Feb 2007
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HIV fusion inhibitors: a review
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Australian Prescriber
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There is therefore a continuing research effort to discover, develop and deliver new antiretroviral drugs. HIV fusion inhibitors represent a novel class of antiretroviral drugs and enfuvirtide is the first drug within this class to be approved for use in Australia.
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Jun 2008
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HIV treatments and highly active antiretroviral therapy
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Australian Prescriber
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The treatment of HIV and AIDS has changed considerably over the last 20 years as knowledge and treatment options have increased. Highly active antiretroviral therapy is the prescription of a variety of antiretroviral medications used in combination.
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Jun 2003
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HIV treatment breaks
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Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)
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Information about the things you need to know about taking a break from your HIV treatments, and personal stories from positive people about their 'drug holidays'.
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Jan 2002
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Dental note - antiretroviral therapy for HIV infection
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Australian Prescriber
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Dental clinicians need to be aware of changes occurring in the management of HIV infection, the increase in number and complexity of antiretroviral regimens and the potential for drug interactions with commonly prescribed drugs.
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Dec 2005
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Side effects
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Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)
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An overview of common side effects to HIV treatments, including allergic reactions and long-term toxicities. Links to useful tips on managing some side effects.
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Feb 2008
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Monitoring your health
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| Publisher: |
Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)
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Having regular health check ups can give you an early warning about changes in your health, and give you more time to decide what to do about them. This section outlines what you need to monitor.
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Jan 2003
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Partners, family and friends
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Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)
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Access: Partners, family and friends This information was originally published as a booklet for the partners, family members and friends of people who are HIV positive. It provides basic information about HIV /AIDS as well as tips for people close to, or caring for, people living with HIV/AIDS.
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Jan 1998
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Enfuvirtide for HIV disease
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Australian Prescriber
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Enfuvirtide is a new drug for the treatment of HIV disease. It works by preventing the HIV virus from entering CD4 cells.
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Jun 2008
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Consumer comments - HIV treatment
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Australian Prescriber
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Although more people are being infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), they can now live longer. This is because of the discovery of medicines that stop the virus reproducing inside the person's body.
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Dec 2005
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AFAO
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Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO)
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AFAO is the peak non-government organisation representing Australia's community-based response to HIV/AIDS. AFAO provides leadership, information, advocacy, and policy. AFAO also has a commitment to participating in the Asia-Pacific response to HIV. On this website you will find information about a full range of HIV/AIDS issues, including HIV treatments and current issues in HIV policy. AFAO publishes the quarterly magazine, HIV Australia. This site is a gateway to the HIV/AIDS sector in Australia, and links to highly regarded HIV sites internationally.
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Nov 2008
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HIV and AIDS: transmission and prevalence
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myDr
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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or AIDS is found primarily in blood, semen and vaginal secretions of infected persons.
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| Date: |
Sep 2002
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