Definition of Ddc

1. Noun. An antiviral drug used to combat HIV infection.

Exact synonyms: Dideoxycytosine, Zalcitabine
Generic synonyms: Antiviral, Antiviral Agent, Antiviral Drug

Medical Definition of Ddc

1. A nucleoside analogue that inhibits infection of new cells by HIV. It is FDA-approved for the treatment of HIV when used in combination with AZT in patients with CD4 cell counts below 300 who have deteriorated despite treatment and as monotherapy following AZT-failure. Possible side effects include nerve damage in the hands and feet (peripheral neuropathy) and sores in the mouth. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ddc

da Gamma
DA pregnancy test
da Vinci
dB
dB
dbl
DBMS
DC
DC
DCCP
DCI
dcmp deaminase
DCP-1 protease
DD
DD-carboxypeptidase-endopeptidase
ddc (current term)
ddd
dde
ddl
DDS
DDT
DDT
DE
de-
de-access
de-efferentation
de-emetinised ipecacuanha
de-emphasise
de-emphasize
de-energise

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