Tivicay drug class?

What class is Tivicay (dolutegravir)?

Tivicay is an antiretroviral medicine in the integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI) drug class. It treats HIV-1 by blocking the HIV integrase enzyme, which the virus needs to insert (integrate) its genetic material into a host cell’s DNA [1].

What does “INSTI” mean for how Tivicay is used?

As an INSTI, Tivicay is used as part of combination antiretroviral therapy (ART). INSTIs are designed to stop a key step in HIV replication (integration), which helps reduce viral load and control infection [1].

What HIV regimens typically include Tivicay?

Tivicay is usually prescribed alongside other antiretroviral drugs (different classes) as combination therapy, rather than as a single agent. The exact regimen depends on factors like treatment history and resistance testing [1].

Are there related drugs in the same class?

Yes. Other INSTIs include medicines such as bictegravir and cabotegravir, which work by targeting the HIV integrase pathway in a similar way [1].

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugs.com/tivicay.html