10 Questions
What is the mechanism of action of Ledipasvir/sofosbuvir in treating hepatitis C?
Inhibiting the proper viral assembly and preventing RNA replication
Which of the following inhibitors is used to treat chronic hepatitis B and acute and chronic hepatitis C?
Interferon-alpha
What is the effect of inhibiting the protease encoded by HIV?
Preventing the formation of structural proteins of the virus
Which of the following viruses is NOT inhibited by Ribavirin?
HIV
What is the mechanism of action of Raltegravir?
Inhibiting the integrase encoded by HIV
What is the effect of inhibiting the neuraminidase of influenza A and B viruses?
Inhibiting the release of progeny virus
Which of the following medications is used to treat respiratory syncytial virus?
Ribavirin
What is the mechanism of action of Indinavir?
Inhibiting the protease encoded by HIV
What is the effect of interferons on virus replication?
Degrading mRNA and blocking protein synthesis
Which of the following medications is used to treat influenza A and B viruses?
Zanamivir and oseltamivir
This quiz covers the principles of antiviral therapy, including the challenges of developing antiviral drugs and the replication steps of viruses. It also explores the mechanisms of antiviral drugs and their selective toxicity.
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