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Azidothymidine (AZT) Definition:
Thymidine analogue used to treat HIV infection.
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Azidothymidine (AZT) Notes:
Azidothymidine, also known as zidovudine, is a medication that is antiretroviral and helps to treat and prevent HIV/AIDS. It is commonly used to treat AIDS along with some other medications/antiretrovirals. It can be used to stop the transmission of HIV from mother to child during birth.
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