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GI265235

ViiV Healthcare · FDA-approved active Small molecule

GI265235 is an HIV integrase strand transfer inhibitor that prevents HIV from integrating its genetic material into host cell DNA.

GI265235 is an HIV integrase strand transfer inhibitor that prevents HIV from integrating its genetic material into host cell DNA. Used for HIV-1 infection in treatment-experienced adults.

At a glance

Generic nameGI265235
SponsorViiV Healthcare
Drug classHIV integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI)
TargetHIV integrase
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

The drug blocks integrase, an HIV enzyme essential for inserting viral DNA into the human genome. By inhibiting this step, it prevents HIV replication and reduces viral load in infected individuals. It is typically used as part of combination antiretroviral therapy.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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