Abacavir

Definition

A nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor analog of guanosine. This agent decreases HIV viral loads, retards or prevents the damage to the immune system, and reduces the risk of developing AIDS.

Also known as 1592U89, 2-Cyclopentene-1-methanol, 4-(2-amino-6-(cyclopropylamino)-9H-purin-9-yl)-, (1S,4R)-, ABACAVIR — per NCIT

Also identified as

• ATC J05AF per NCIT
• ATC J05AR per NCIT
• NCIT NCIT:C61523 per NCIT

Indications