Tag Archives: resistance

People with NNRTI resistance have poorer responses to dolutegravir, South African study finds

People with HIV who already have resistance to a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) when they start first-line antiretroviral treatment containing the integrase inhibitor dolutegravir were less likely to achieve viral suppression, a large clinical trial in South Africa has reported. NNRTI resistance has not been shown to affect responses to dolutegravir-based treatment previously. The… Read More »

What causes antifungal resistance

Using genetic sequencing and developing new laboratory tests to identify and understand specific mutations associated with antifungal resistance in Candida. Veer P, Patwardhan NS, Damle AS. Antimicrobial resistance: global report on surveillance 2014″. What causes antifungal resistance to antibiotics kills more than 20,000 people in the U. Only use antimicrobial drugs when a doctor prescribes… Read More »

Antibiotic Resistance: 5 Things to Know

Antibiotic resistance has been found in all regions of the world. Modern trade and travel mean it can move easily across borders, and can spread in places like hospitals, farms, the community, and the environment. Tell your healthcare provider if you recently traveled to or received care in another country. New Links on MedlinePlus