"Chemical Briefs: New Compound Said to Slow AIDS Virus"

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"Chemical Briefs: New Compound Said to Slow AIDS Virus"

Journal of Commerce (12/23/91), P. 7A

Abstract: A new compound has been formed that slows the reproduction of HIV, according to a report in Science magazine. Researchers at Hoffman-LaRoche Inc., along with others from the University of California and Columbia University, said the compound inhibited the growth of HIV in cells which were already infected with the virus. In laboratory tests, the compound also inhibited the growth of HIV in situations where AZT was ineffective, according to the scientists. Paul Oestreicher, a spokesman for the drug company, said a drug resembling this compound is being tested for safety in AIDS patients.

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