Samatasvir

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Samatasvir

Samatasvir (pronunciation: sa-ma-tas-vir) is an experimental antiviral drug that was under development for the treatment of Hepatitis C. It is a member of the class of drugs known as NS5A inhibitors, which work by blocking a specific protein that the Hepatitis C virus needs to replicate.

Etymology

The name "Samatasvir" is derived from the Sanskrit word "Samata", meaning "equality" or "balance", and "vir", a common suffix in antiviral drug names. The name reflects the drug's intended function of restoring balance to the body by fighting off the Hepatitis C virus.

Related Terms

  • Antiviral drug: A type of medication used specifically for treating viral infections.
  • Hepatitis C: A viral infection that causes liver inflammation, sometimes leading to serious liver damage.
  • NS5A inhibitors: A class of antiviral drugs that inhibit the replication of the Hepatitis C virus.

See Also

  • Daclatasvir: Another NS5A inhibitor used in the treatment of Hepatitis C.
  • Ledipasvir: An NS5A inhibitor that is often used in combination with other drugs to treat Hepatitis C.

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