Id misc Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
do viruses have a cell wall?
A
no
2
Q
How do antivirals work?
A
block viral entry or exit from the cell, or block replication, assembly, or maturation inside the host cell
3
Q
What does Prodrug mean?
A
the antiviral must be phosphorylated by viral or cellular enzymes in order to become active
4
Q
Do current anti-viral agents eliminate non replicating or latent viruses?
A
No, only active replicating viruses. If the anti-viral is removed the replication can start again
5
Q
Goal of antiviral
A
to achieve inhibitory concentration at the site of infection within the infected cells
