Frequently asked question: What happens if you do not take the HIV inhibitors correctly?

If you take them incorrectly, irregularly or not at all, the HIV virus can start to replicate itself again, leading to mutations (incorrect copies), which will mean that the medication will no longer be effective. The virus has become insensitive to the medication, this is called resistance. In the event of resistance, you have to switch to a different combination of medications to keep the virus under control. But please be aware that you can only switch to a different combination a small number of times. Taking your medication regularly is therefore very important. It is the only way to prevent your immune system from weakening, which is what makes you sick.

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