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FDA approves first injectable HIV drug

On Dec. 20, the FDA approved a new drug called Apretude. It is used as pre-exposure prevention (PrEP) against HIV and, as a long-acting injectable medication, is the first of its kind.
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On Dec. 20, the FDA approved a new drug called Apretude. It is used as pre-exposure prevention (PrEP) against HIV and, as a long-acting injectable medication, is the first of its kind.

Web Editor : Jessica Patrick
Posted 2021-12-22T07:12:46-0500 - Updated 2021-12-22T07:16:05-0500