Etravirine: NNRTI Medication for HIV Treatment

Etravirine is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) medication used in the treatment of HIV and AIDS. It works by interfering with the ability of the HIV virus to multiply and infect new cells in the body.

Etravirine FAQ

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What is etravirine used for?

Etravirine ( ETR, brand name Intelence, formerly known as TMC125) is a drug used for the treatment of HIV. Etravirine is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI). Unlike the currently available agents in the class, resistance to other NNRTIs does not seem to confer resistance to etravirine.

Is etravirine a cure for HIV?

Etravirine is known as a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI). It blocks the virus from growing and infecting more cells.Etravirine is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Is etravirine a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor?

Etravirine is a second-generation non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI), designed to be active against HIV with mutations that confer resistance to the two most commonly prescribed first-generation NNRTIs, mutation K103N for efavirenz and Y181C for nevirapine.

Does etravirine cause side effects?

Etravirine may cause side effects. Some side effects of etravirine can be serious as noted above. Many side effects from HIV medicines, such as nausea or occasional dizziness, are manageable. See the HIVinfo fact sheet on HIV Medicines and Side Effects for more information.