Description

Retrovir (generic name: zidovudine / azidothymidine; brand names include: Zidovir / Retrovis) is an antiviral agent which is highly active against retroviruses including the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

Retrovir is used, in combination with other antiretrovirals, for the long term treatment of HIV infected adults and children.

Retrovir slows down the progression of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, which can lead to Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and other related illnesses, such as AIDS-related Complex (ARC).

It works by blocking the reproduction of the HIV virus. In this way it stops ongoing damage to the body's immune system, which fights infection.

Retrovir is also given during pregnancy to prevent an HIV-infected woman from passing the virus to her baby.

Retrovir is non-addictive.