(n) any of a group of viruses that contain two single-strand linear RNA molecules per virion and reverse transcriptase (RNA to DNA); the virus transcribes its RNA into a cDNA provirus that is then incorporated into the host cell
(n) a combination of protease inhibitors taken with reverse transcriptase inhibitors; used in treating AIDS and HIV, Syn. HAART, highly active antiretroviral therapy
(n) an antiviral drug (trade name Retrovir) used in the treatment of AIDS; adverse side effects include liver damage and suppression of the bone marrow, Syn. ZDV, AZT, Retrovir