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Newly updated government guidelines for the treatment of HIV disease are available in print and on the Web. Although written primarily for
healthcare professionals, the document can also help patients who are interested in participating
in their own care, and advocates or case managers coordinating HIV care for others.
Included in the new version are recommendations for the use of the newly
approved nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor abacavir (Ziagen)-- listed
in one of the "alternative" regimens, not listed as "preferred."
The new guidelines also discuss the use of hydroxyurea; however, no
formal recommendation was made at this time.
The official Web site for HIV treatment guidelines is the AIDS Treatment
Information Service, www.hivatis.org.
You can also obtain a print copy of the guidelines, by calling 800-448-0440.
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