Which among the drugs given below, does Not act by protease inhibition ?

Correct answer: D. Zanamivir

  • A. Ritonavir
  • B. Saquinavir
  • C. Nelfinavir
  • D. Zanamivir

Explanation

Ritonavir, saquinavir and nelfinavir inhibit HIV protease, whereas zanamivir inhibits influenza neuraminidase and prevents release of new virions. Thus, zanamivir is the exception.

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