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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