| Literature DB >> 24868326 |
Igor Bakulin1, Victor Pasechnikov1, Anna Varlamicheva1, Irina Sannikova1.
Abstract
A new treatment paradigm for hepatitis C is that the treatment must include an existing direct-acting antiviral agent, namely, a protease inhibitor (PI) combined with PEGylated interferon-α and ribavirin. The currently marketed PIs and PIs in clinical trials have different mechanisms of action. The development of new PIs aims for an improved safety profile and higher effectiveness. This article reviews NS3/4A protease inhibitors, focusing on major criteria such as their effectiveness and safety. Specific attention is paid to dosing regimens and adverse event profiles of PIs administered in clinical settings.Entities:
Keywords: Adverse event; Antiviral treatment; Hepatitis C virus; PEGylated interferon-α; Protease inhibitor; Response-guided therapy; Ribavirin
Year: 2014 PMID: 24868326 PMCID: PMC4033290 DOI: 10.4254/wjh.v6.i5.326
Source DB: PubMed Journal: World J Hepatol