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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Protease Inhibitor.
Protease Inhibitor - as a noun
An antiviral drug used against hiv; interrupts hiv replication by binding and blocking hiv protease; often used in combination with other drugs
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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antiviralantiviral agentantiviral drugHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"This protease inhibitor has been proven effective in clinical trials."
"The patient's viral load decreased after taking protease inhibitors."
"Research is being conducted to develop more potent protease inhibitors."
"Some protease inhibitors may interact with other medications."
"Adherence to protease inhibitor therapy is important for its effectiveness."