Topical Microbicides
Gel Developed To Prevent HIV Sexual Transmission in Women
Published in AIDS Weekly, September 23rd, 1996
Procept believes its PRO 2000 antiviral compound is well suited for development as a female-controlled topical product to help prevent HIV infection. Laboratory studies have shown that PRO 2000 is active against a wide range of HIV strains from both the developed and developing world.
It is also active against other STD pathogens, such as herpes simplex virus type 2, a cause of genital lesions which are believed to be a portal for HIV entry. Easily prepared and...
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Source: AIDS Weekly (1996-09-23)
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