| ribavirin | <drug, protein> A nucleoside analogue approved as a treatment for respiratory syncytial virus. Ribavirin also has shown activity against hepatitis C, but its use in HIV infection is highly controversial. It is possible that it enhances the activity of ddl. (23 Aug 1998) |
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| tablets | Solid dosage forms, of varying weight, size, and shape, which may be molded or compressed, and which contain a medicinal substance in pure or diluted form. (12 Dec 1998) |
| tablets, enteric-coated | Tablets coated with material that delays release of the medication until after they leave the stomach. (12 Dec 1998) |