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Ma J, Björnsson ES, Chalasani N. Hepatotoxicity of Antibiotics and Antifungals and Their Safe Use in Hepatic Impairment. Semin Liver Dis 2024. [PMID: 38740371 DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1787062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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Idiosyncratic drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is a rare and unpredictable form of hepatotoxicity. While its clinical course is usually benign, cases leading to liver transplantation or death can occur. Based on modern prospective registries, antimicrobials including antibiotics and antifungals are frequently implicated as common causes. Amoxicillin-clavulanate ranks as the most common cause for DILI in the Western World. Although the absolute risk of hepatotoxicity of these agents is low, as their usage is quite high, it is not uncommon for practitioners to encounter liver injury following the initiation of antibiotic or antifungal therapy. In this review article, mechanisms of hepatoxicity are presented. The adverse hepatic effects of well-established antibiotic and antifungal agents are described, including their frequency, severity, and pattern of injury and their HLA risks. We also review the drug labeling and prescription guidance from regulatory bodies, with a focus on individuals with hepatic impairment.
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- J Ma
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Landspitali University Hospital Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Iceland
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Iceland, Reykjavik, Iceland
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana
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Abu-Awwad SA, Abu-Awwad A, Suba MI, Lazureanu VE, Bolovan AD, Rosca O, Turaiche MM, Benea AT, Hogea B. Evaluating Hepatotoxicity: A Comparative Analysis of New Generation versus Historical Antiretroviral Agents. Infect Dis Rep 2024; 16:423-434. [PMID: 38804441 PMCID: PMC11130917 DOI: 10.3390/idr16030031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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(1) Background: Since the advent of zidovudine in 1987, antiretroviral therapy has undergone significant evolution, marked by the introduction of 34 antiretroviral drugs and 24 fixed-dose combinations. Despite these advances, hepatotoxicity remains a formidable challenge, influencing morbidity, mortality, and treatment adherence in HIV-infected patients. This study aims to compare the hepatotoxic effects of latest-generation antiretroviral medications with those of older-generation therapies, assessing their long-term impact on liver health in HIV patients. (2) Methods: This retrospective study analyzed data from 304 HIV patients treated with either latest-generation or older-generation antiretroviral drugs over four years. Patients were monitored for hepatotoxicity through liver function tests at diagnosis, six months, and one-year post-treatment initiation. (3) Results: Initial and six-month liver function tests showed no significant differences between the two groups. However, at one-year post-treatment, patients on latest-generation antiretrovirals exhibited significant improvements in ALT, AST, and ALP levels, suggesting a better safety profile regarding hepatotoxicity. Additionally, a significantly lower incidence of splenomegaly was observed in patients treated with newer medications. (4) Conclusions: The findings suggest that the latest-generation antiretroviral medications may offer a safer profile in terms of hepatotoxicity compared to older therapies, with potential benefits for long-term liver health. This study underscores the importance of continuous monitoring and further research to optimize ART strategies, ensuring improved patient outcomes and quality of life for individuals living with HIV.
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- Simona-Alina Abu-Awwad
- Ist Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology, “Pius Brinzeu” County Clinical Emergency Hospital, 300723 Timisoara, Romania;
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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- Department XV—Discipline of Orthopedics-Traumatology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (A.A.-A.); (B.H.)
- Research Center University Professor Doctor Teodor Sora, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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- Doctoral School, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square, No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (A.-D.B.); (A.-T.B.)
- Dr. Victor Babes, Infectious Diseases and Pneumophthisiology Hospital Timisoara, 300310 Timisoara, Romania
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- Department XIII, Discipline of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (V.E.L.); (O.R.)
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- Doctoral School, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square, No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (A.-D.B.); (A.-T.B.)
- Department XV: Orthopedics-Traumatology, “Pius Brinzeu” Emergency Clinical County Hospital, Bld Liviu Rebreanu, No. 156, 300723 Timisoara, Romania
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- Department XIII, Discipline of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (V.E.L.); (O.R.)
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- Methodological and Infectious Diseases Research Center, Department of Infectious Diseases, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, Eftimie Murgu Square 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania;
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- Doctoral School, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Square, No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (A.-D.B.); (A.-T.B.)
- Dr. Victor Babes, Infectious Diseases and Pneumophthisiology Hospital Timisoara, 300310 Timisoara, Romania
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- Department XV—Discipline of Orthopedics-Traumatology, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania; (A.A.-A.); (B.H.)
- Research Center University Professor Doctor Teodor Sora, “Victor Babes” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timisoara, Romania
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Kwizera E, Wampande EM, Kato CD, Mujinya P, Wandera A, Bwambale F, Mpumbya JR, Siida R, Ssekatawa K. Hepatoprotective effect of methanol fruit extract of Punica granatum L in highly active antiretroviral therapy-induced toxicity in Wistar rats. Drug Chem Toxicol 2024; 47:243-251. [PMID: 38303124 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2023.2298891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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Prolonged use of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) has been linked to toxicity, particularly hepatotoxicity. There are few effective drugs for HAART patients that promote hepatic cell regeneration and prevent liver injury. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate the hepato-protective activity of Methanol fruit extract of Punica granatum (MFEPG) in HAART-administered rats. Thirty rats weighing between 150-200 g were randomly divided into six groups and each group comprised of five rats. Distilled water was given to the rats in group one. Only HAART was given to the rats in group two. MFEPG at doses of 100 and 400 mg/kg was given to the rats in groups three and four. MFEPG dosages of 100 and 400 mg/kg along with HAART were given to the rats in groups five and six, respectively. All treatments were via oral gavage daily for 40 days. Under halothane anesthesia, all rats were sacrificed on day 41. Liver tissues were utilized for lipid peroxidation marker; Malondialdehyde (MDA), antioxidant enzymes; Superoxide dismutase (SOD) and Catalase (CAT) and histological evaluation, while blood samples were examined for biochemical parameters (AST, ALT, ALP, Total cholesterol, Total protein, and Albumin). The HAART-treated group exhibited a significantly higher amount of the lipid peroxidation end product; MDA, and significantly lower levels of antioxidant enzymes; SOD, and CAT. Liver enzymes and total cholesterol were significantly increased with a significant reduction in Total protein and Albumin levels in the HAART-treated group. Conversely, the liver function biomarkers were returned to normal levels in the HAART and MFEPG-treated groups. Histopathological studies revealed that when HAART-exposed rats were treated with MFEPG, both the biochemical and histological results significantly improved. Thus, the antioxidant activity of MFEPG provides protection against HAART-induced liver oxidative damage. More research is needed to determine the safety of using MFEPG in humans.
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- Eliah Kwizera
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Kampala International University-Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Kampala International University-Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Kampala International University-Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Kampala International University-Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Kampala International University-Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, Kampala International University-Western Campus, Bushenyi, Uganda
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- Department of Science Technical and Vocational Education, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
- Africa Center Excellence in Materials Product Development and Nanotechnology (MAPRONANO ACE), College of Engineering Design Art and Technology, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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Enyang D, Sonibare MA, Tchamgoue AD, Tchokouaha LRY, Yadang FS, Nfor GN, Kom CW, Betote PDH, Tchinda CF, Tiogo SSK, Agbor GA. Protective and Ameliorative Effects of Hydroethanolic Extract of Piper nigrum (L.) Stem against Antiretroviral Therapy-Induced Hepatotoxicity and Dyslipidemia in Wistar Rats. J Toxicol 2024; 2024:5811080. [PMID: 38357682 PMCID: PMC10866638 DOI: 10.1155/2024/5811080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has revolutionized the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS by overall improving their quality of life and increasing life expectancy. However, ART-associated hepatotoxicity and metabolic disorders in HIV/AIDS patients are growing concerns to clinicians, especially due to the long-term use of the drugs. This study reported on the phytochemical and pharmacological profile of hydroethanolic extracts of Piper nigrum stem (PNS) and evaluated its protective effect against tenofovir/lamivudine/efavirenz (TLE)-induced hepatotoxicity and dyslipidemia in Wistar rats. Cytotoxic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory assays were performed on PNS. Thirty-six rats divided into 6 groups of 6 animals/group were administered: distilled water, 17 mg/kg TLE, 17 mg/kg TLE and 100 mg/kg silymarin, 17 mg/kg TLE, and Piper extract (200 mg/kg, 400 mg/kg, or 800 mg/kg) orally for 28 days. The body weight of animals was recorded every 7 days. On Day 29, the rats were sacrificed, and blood samples were collected for hematological and biochemical tests. Portions of the liver and kidneys were collected for histological evaluation, while liver homogenates were prepared from the rest to measure antioxidant enzymes. PNS possessed in vitro cytotoxic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities. A significant decrease (p < 0.05) in the body weight of rats treated with PNS was observed. A significant high platelet count (p < 0.05) was observed in the PNS800 mg/kg group. A considerable decrease in alkaline phosphatase and triglycerides was observed in the silymarin and PNS group compared to the TLE-only group. The findings also show a significant increase in catalase and glutathione in the TLE-only group compared to the normal group, while SOD decreased. Histological observations revealed normal hepatic and renal tissues in the silymarin, and PNS-treated groups compared to the normal control, while leucocyte infiltration was observed in the TLE-only group. These results suggest that PNS extract possessed antioxidant activity that alleviated TLE-induced toxicity. Further studies are necessary to understand the pharmacokinetic interactions between ART and PNS.
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- Doreen Enyang
- Medicinal Plant Research and Drug Development Program, Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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- Centre for Research on Medicinal Plants and Traditional Medicine, Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies, Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovations, P.O. Box 6163, Yaoundé, Cameroon
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Chahine EB, Nunez-Medina RM, Williams K, Kuretski J, Maarsingh H. Comparing Safety and Effectiveness of Antiretroviral Therapy in a Diverse Population of Older People With HIV. Sr Care Pharm 2023; 38:472-485. [PMID: 37885097 DOI: 10.4140/tcp.n.2023.472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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Background Advances in antiretroviral therapy (ART) enable people with HIV to live longer, healthier lives. However, older people with HIV (OPWH) are more susceptible to long-term toxicity and drug interactions associated with ART. Racial and ethnic minorities have specific social determinants of health, which increase their risks of negative outcomes. Objective To determine if there were differences in the safety and effectiveness of ART in White, Black, and Hispanic OPWH. Methods A retrospective observational study was conducted on patients receiving care between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2022, at two affiliated HIV clinics in South Florida. The primary effectiveness endpoint was the percentage of OPWH with undetectable viral load (< 50 copies/mL) throughout the study. Secondary safety endpoints were changes in median metabolic, hepatic, and renal parameters. A two-way analysis of variance or the Chi-square test was used to determine differences between groups. Results A total of 116 White, 42 Black, and 40 Hispanic OPWH were included. Upon enrollment, most patients (90.7%) were receiving ART. Of these, the percentage with undetectable viral load was lower among Black (61.8%) compared with White (85.8%; P < 0.01) or Hispanic (83.3%; P < 0.05) patients. Similarly, throughout the study after the first visit, the percentage with undetectable viral load was lower among Black (61.6%) compared with White (84.7%; P < 0.05) or Hispanic (83.3%; P = 0.12) patients. However, there were no significant differences in the percentage of virally suppressed (< 200 copies/mL) participants throughout the study after the first visit between Black (88.5%), White (94.9%), and Hispanic (96.7%) patients. Additionally, no significant changes in safety endpoints were observed among the groups throughout the study. Conclusion Fewer Black OPWH had undetectable viral load upon enrollment and throughout the study compared with White or Hispanic OPWH, suggesting the need to provide more targeted interventions for Black patients.
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- Elias B Chahine
- 1Palm Beach Atlantic University Gregory School of Pharmacy, West Palm Beach, Florida
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- 1Palm Beach Atlantic University Gregory School of Pharmacy, West Palm Beach, Florida
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- 2Palm Beach Atlantic University School of Nursing, West Palm Beach, Florida
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- 1Palm Beach Atlantic University Gregory School of Pharmacy, West Palm Beach, Florida
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Maggi P, Ricci ED, Martinelli CV, De Socio GV, Squillace N, Molteni C, Masiello A, Orofino G, Menzaghi B, Bellagamba R, Vichi F, Celesia BM, Madeddu G, Pellicanò GF, Carleo MA, Cascio A, Parisini A, Taramasso L, Valsecchi L, Calza L, Rusconi S, Sarchi E, Martini S, Bargiacchi O, Falasca K, Cenderello G, Ferrara S, Di Biagio A, Bonfanti P. Lipids and Transaminase in Antiretroviral-Treatment-Experienced People Living with HIV, Switching to a Doravirine-Based vs. a Rilpivirine-Based Regimen: Data from a Real-Life Setting. Viruses 2023; 15:1612. [PMID: 37515298 PMCID: PMC10383194 DOI: 10.3390/v15071612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Doravirine (DOR) is a newly approved non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI). We aimed to investigate, in a real-life setting, how switching to a DOR-based regimen rather than a rilpivirine (RPV)-based regimen impacted metabolic and hepatic safety. The analysis included 551 antiretroviral treatment (ART)-experienced people living with HIV (PLWH), starting RPV-based or DOR-based regimens with viral load < 200 copies/mL, baseline (T0), and at least one control visit (6-month visit, T1). We enrolled 295 PLWH in the RPV and 256 in the DOR cohort. At T1, total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein-C (LDL-C), and triglycerides significantly decreased in both DOR and RPV cohorts, while high-density lipoprotein-C (HDL-C) only decreased in RPV-treated people. Consistently, the TC/HDL-C ratio declined more markedly in the DOR (-0.36, p < 0.0001) than in the RPV cohort (-0.08, p = 0.25) (comparison p = 0.39). Similar trends were observed when excluding the PLWH on lipid-lowering treatment from the analysis. People with normal alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels showed a slight ALT increase in both cohorts, and those with baseline ALT > 40 IU/L experienced a significant decline (-14 IU/L, p = 0.008) only in the DOR cohort. Lipid profile improved in both cohorts, and there was a significant reduction in ALT in PLWH with higher-than-normal baseline levels on DOR-based ART.
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- Paolo Maggi
- Infectious Diseases Unit, AORN Sant'Anna e San Sebastiano, 81100 Caserta, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, Fondazione IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, 20900 Monza, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, A. Manzoni Hospital, 23900 Lecco, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, AORN Sant'Anna e San Sebastiano, 81100 Caserta, Italy
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- Division I of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, ASL Città di Torino, 10149 Torino, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, ASST della Valle Olona, 21052 Busto Arsizio, Italy
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- National Institute for Infectious Diseases Lazzaro Spallanzani Institute for Hospitalization and Care Scientific, Lazio, 00161 Roma, Italy
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- SOC 1 USLCENTRO Firenze, Unit of Infectious Diseases, Santa Maria Annunziata Hospital, 50012 Florence, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, 07100 Sassari, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Human Pathology of the Adult and the Developmental Age 'G. Barresi', University of Messina, 98125 Messina, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases and Gender Medicine Unit, Cotugno Hospital, AO dei Colli, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Health Promotion, Mother and Child Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties, University of Palermo, 90127 Palermo, Italy
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Galliera Hospital, 16128 Genoa, Italy
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- Clinic of Infectious Diseases, IRCCS Policlinico San Martino Hospital, University of Genoa, 16132 Genoa, Italy
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- 1st Department of Infectious Diseases, ASST Fatebenefratelli Sacco, 20157 Milan, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, IRCCS Policlinico Sant' Orsola, Department of Medical Surgical Science, University of Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, Ospedale Civile di Legnano, ASST Ovest Milanese, and DIBIC Luigi Sacco, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20025 Legnano, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, Santi Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo Hospital, 15121 Alessandria, Italy
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- Infectious Disease Unit, University Hospital Luigi Vanvitelli, 80138 Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Ospedale Maggiore della Carità, 28100 Novara, Italy
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- Clinic of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine and Science of Aging, G. D'Annunzio University, Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Clinic of Infectious Diseases, IRCCS Policlinico San Martino Hospital, University of Genoa, 16132 Genoa, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, Fondazione IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, 20900 Monza, Italy
- School of Surgery and Medicine, University of Milano-Bicocca, 20126 Milan, Italy
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Ji C. Molecular Factors and Pathways of Hepatotoxicity Associated with HIV/SARS-CoV-2 Protease Inhibitors. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24097938. [PMID: 37175645 PMCID: PMC10178330 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24097938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2023] [Revised: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/25/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023] Open
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Antiviral protease inhibitors are peptidomimetic molecules that block the active catalytic center of viral proteases and, thereby, prevent the cleavage of viral polyprotein precursors into maturation. They continue to be a key class of antiviral drugs that can be used either as boosters for other classes of antivirals or as major components of current regimens in therapies for the treatment of infections with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). However, sustained/lifelong treatment with the drugs or drugs combined with other substance(s) often leads to severe hepatic side effects such as lipid abnormalities, insulin resistance, and hepatotoxicity. The underlying pathogenic mechanisms are not fully known and are under continuous investigation. This review focuses on the general as well as specific molecular mechanisms of the protease inhibitor-induced hepatotoxicity involving transporter proteins, apolipoprotein B, cytochrome P450 isozymes, insulin-receptor substrate 1, Akt/PKB signaling, lipogenic factors, UDP-glucuronosyltransferase, pregnane X receptor, hepatocyte nuclear factor 4α, reactive oxygen species, inflammatory cytokines, off-target proteases, and small GTPase Rab proteins related to ER-Golgi trafficking, organelle stress, and liver injury. Potential pharmaceutical/therapeutic solutions to antiviral drug-induced hepatic side effects are also discussed.
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- Cheng Ji
- Research Center for Liver Disease, GI/Liver Division, Department of Medicine, Keck School of Medicine of USC, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA
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Maggi P, Ricci ED, Cicalini S, Pellicanò GF, Celesia BM, Vichi F, Cascio A, Sarchi E, Orofino G, Squillace N, Madeddu G, De Socio GV, Bargiacchi O, Molteni C, Masiello A, Saracino A, Menzaghi B, Falasca K, Taramasso L, Di Biagio A, Bonfanti P. Lipids and transaminase elevations in ARV-experienced PLWH switching to a doravirine-based regimen from rilpivirine or other regimens. BMC Infect Dis 2023; 23:227. [PMID: 37059996 PMCID: PMC10103465 DOI: 10.1186/s12879-023-08191-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/16/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Doravirine (DOR) is a newly approved antiretroviral belonging to the class of non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTI), well tolerated and leading to an improved lipid profile in antiretroviral experienced people living with HIV (PLWH). We aimed at evaluating if the lipid-lowering effect is linked to the drug class, using real-life data from the SCOLTA cohort. METHODS We compared the lipid profile modifications in experienced PLWH switching to a DOR-based regimen from rilpivirine or another NNRTI-based regimen or from an integrase strand transferase (INSTI)-based regimen. T0 and T1 were defined as the baseline and 6-month follow-up respectively. Data were collected at baseline and prospectively every six months and changes from baseline were compared using a multivariable linear model. RESULTS In 107 PLWH, enrolled in the SCOLTA DOR cohort, with undetectable HIV-RNA at baseline, 32.7% switched from RPV-based regimens (DOR1), 29.9% from other NNRTI-including regimens (DOR2) and 37.4% switched from INSTI-including regimens (DOR3). At T1, TC significantly decreased in DOR2 (-15 mg/dL) and DOR3 (-23 mg/dL), and significantly more in DOR3 than in DOR1 (-6 mg/dL) (p = 0.016). HDL-C declined in DOR2 (-2 mg/dL) whereas it increased in DOR1 (+ 3 mg/dL) (p = 0.042) and remained stable in DOR3. LDL-C significantly decreased from baseline in DOR2 (-12 mg/dL) and DOR3 (-22 mg/dL) and was different between DOR1 (-8 mg/dL) and DOR3 (p = 0.022). TC/HDL ratio showed a significant decline in the DOR3 group (-0.45), although similar to DOR1 (-0.23, p = 0.315) and DOR2 (-0.19, p = 0.254). Triglycerides did not noticeably change. ALT significantly decreased in PLWH with a baseline level > 40 UI/mL. CONCLUSIONS PLWH on doravirine treatment showed different trends in blood lipids according to their previous regimen. In PLWH switching from RPV, minimal modifications were seen, whereas in those switching from other NNRTIs and from INSTI-including regimens, we observed an overall improvement in lipid profile, seemingly independent of the "statin effect" of TDF.
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- Paolo Maggi
- Infectious Diseases Unit, AORN Sant'Anna e San Sebastiano, Caserta, Italy
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- National Institute for Infectious Diseases Lazzaro Spallanzani Institute for Hospitalization and Care Scientific, Roma, Lazio, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Human Pathology of the Adult and the Developmental Age 'G. Barresi', University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, USLCENTRO FIRENZE, Santa Maria Annunziata Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Health Promotion, Mother and Child Care, Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases Unit, S.Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo Hospital, Alessandria, Italy
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- Division I of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, ASL Città di Torino, Torino, Italy
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- Infectious Disease Unit, Fondazione IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, Monza, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, Ospedale Maggiore della Carità, Novara, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, A. Manzoni Hospital, Lecco, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, Clinic of Infectious Diseases, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Bari, Italy
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- Unit of Infectious Diseases, ASST della Valle Olona - Busto Arsizio (VA), Busto Arsizio VA, Italy
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- Clinic of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine and Science of Aging, G. D'Annunzio University, Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases, San Martino Hospital Genoa, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Infectious Diseases, San Martino Hospital Genoa, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Infectious Disease Unit, Fondazione IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori, Monza - University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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Mohan J, Ghazi T, Mazibuko MS, Chuturgoon AA. Antiretrovirals Promote Insulin Resistance in HepG2 Liver Cells through miRNA Regulation and Transcriptional Activation of the NLRP3 Inflammasome. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24076267. [PMID: 37047241 PMCID: PMC10094183 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24076267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/29/2023] Open
Abstract
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a non-communicable disease characterized by a cluster of metabolic irregularities. Alarmingly, the prevalence of MetS in people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and antiretroviral (ARV) usage is increasing rapidly. Insulin resistance is a common characteristic of MetS that leads to the development of Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The progression of insulin resistance is strongly linked to inflammasome activation. This study aimed to draw links between the combinational use of Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF), Lamivudine (3TC), and Dolutegravir (DTG), and inflammasome activation and subsequent promotion of insulin resistance following a 120 h treatment period in HepG2 liver in vitro cell model. Furthermore, we assess microRNA (miR-128a) expression as a negative regulator of the IRS1/AKT signaling pathway. The relative expression of phosphorylated IRS1 was determined by Western blot. Transcript levels of NLRP3, IL-1β, JNK, IRS1, AKT, PI3K, and miR-128a were assessed using quantitative PCR (qPCR). Caspase-1 activity was measured using luminometry. Following exposure to ARVs for 120 h, NLRP3 mRNA expression (p = 0.0500) and caspase-1 activity (p < 0.0001) significantly increased. This was followed by a significant elevation in IL-1β in mRNA expression (p = 0.0015). Additionally, JNK expression (p = 0.0093) was upregulated with coinciding increases in p-IRS1 protein expression (p < 0.0001) and decreased IRS1 mRNA expression (p = 0.0004). Consequently, decreased AKT (p = 0.0005) and PI3K expressions (p = 0.0007) were observed. Interestingly miR-128a expression was significantly upregulated. The results indicate that combinational use of ARVs upregulates inflammasome activation and promotes insulin resistance through dysregulation of the IRS1/PI3K/AKT insulin signaling pathway.
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Parmar K, Mekraksakit P, Nugent K, Nichols J. A possible case of bictegravir-associated severe unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia. AIDS Res Ther 2023; 20:5. [PMID: 36691090 PMCID: PMC9872409 DOI: 10.1186/s12981-023-00501-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Bictegravir (BIC) co-formulated with emtricitabine (FTC) and tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) is approved by Federal Food and Drug Administration in 2018 for both treatment-naïve and experienced persons living with HIV (PLWH). CASE PRESENTATION A young man with recently diagnosed human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection presented with jaundice. Blood work was significant for mild anemia and grade 4 unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia. A comprehensive evaluation for hemolytic anemia failed to reveal any etiology. Other causes of hyperbilirubinemia were negative. Four months prior, patient was started on antiretroviral therapy with a single tablet regimen containing bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (BIC/FTC/TAF), brand name Biktarvy®, and the medication was suspected to be the cause. The medication was held, and the hyperbilirubinemia improved. CONCLUSION Severe hyperbilirubinemia can be found in the patient using BIC/FTC/TAF. The data for this adverse reaction is scarce, and more studies are needed on this possible side effect. The mechanism of unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia by INSTI remains undefined.
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- Kanak Parmar
- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th St, Lubbock, TX, USA.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th St, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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- Division of Infectious Disease, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, TX, USA
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Yendewa GA, Lakoh S, Jiba DF, Yendewa SA, Barrie U, Deen GF, Samai M, Jacobson JM, Sahr F, Salata RA. Hepatitis B Virus and Tuberculosis Are Associated with Increased Noncommunicable Disease Risk among Treatment-Naïve People with HIV: Opportunities for Prevention, Early Detection and Management of Comorbidities in Sierra Leone. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11123466. [PMID: 35743539 PMCID: PMC9225550 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11123466] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 05/18/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
Abstract
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are a growing public health concern in low- and middle-income countries and disproportionately affect people living with HIV (PWH). Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and tuberculosis (TB) coinfection are presumed risk factors in endemic settings; however, supporting evidence is conflicting. We analyzed baseline data of newly diagnosed PWH prospectively enrolled in the Sierra Leone HIV Cohort Study in Freetown, Sierra Leone, from March to September 2021. Logistic regression was used to identify associations between NCDs, HBV and TB. A total of 275 PWH aged ≥18 years were studied (55% female, median age 33 years, median CD4 307 cells/mm3, 15.3% HIV/HBV, 8.7% HIV/TB). NCDs were bimodally distributed, with 1 in 4 PWH clustered around liver disease (fibrosis/cirrhosis), diabetes/prediabetes and obesity/preobesity, while 1 in 8 had renal impairment or hypertension (HTN). Overall, 41.5% had ≥1 NCD, while 17.5% were multimorbid (≥2 NCDs). After adjusting for age, sex, sociodemographic factors and CD4 count, liver fibrosis/cirrhosis was strongly associated with HBV (aOR 8.80, 95% CI [2.46−31.45]; p < 0.001) and diabetes/prediabetes (aOR 9.89, 95% CI [1.14−85.67]; p < 0.037). TB independently predicted diabetes/prediabetes (aOR 7.34, 95% CI [1.87−28.74]; p < 0.004), while renal impairment was associated with proteinuria (aOR 9.34, 95% CI [2.01−43.78]; p < 0.004) and HTN (aOR 6.00, 95% CI [1.10−35.39]; p < 0.049). Our findings warrant the implementation of NCD-aware HIV programs for the prevention, early detection and management of comorbidities.
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- George A. Yendewa
- Department of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA; (J.M.J.); (R.A.S.)
- Division of Infectious Diseases and HIV Medicine, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA
- Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, University of Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (S.L.); (G.F.D.); (M.S.); (F.S.)
- Ministry of Health and Sanitation, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (D.F.J.); (S.A.Y.)
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- Ministry of Health and Sanitation, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (D.F.J.); (S.A.Y.)
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- Ministry of Health and Sanitation, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (D.F.J.); (S.A.Y.)
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- Infectious Disease Research Network, Freetown, Sierra Leone;
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, University of Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (S.L.); (G.F.D.); (M.S.); (F.S.)
- Ministry of Health and Sanitation, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (D.F.J.); (S.A.Y.)
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, University of Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (S.L.); (G.F.D.); (M.S.); (F.S.)
- Ministry of Health and Sanitation, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (D.F.J.); (S.A.Y.)
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- Department of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA; (J.M.J.); (R.A.S.)
- Division of Infectious Diseases and HIV Medicine, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, University of Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (S.L.); (G.F.D.); (M.S.); (F.S.)
- Ministry of Health and Sanitation, Freetown, Sierra Leone; (D.F.J.); (S.A.Y.)
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- Department of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA; (J.M.J.); (R.A.S.)
- Division of Infectious Diseases and HIV Medicine, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA
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J N, T H, J S. IPSC-derived models in Africa: An HIV perspective. Biochimie 2022; 196:153-160. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2022.01.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2021] [Revised: 12/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Heil EL, Pandit NS, Taylor GH. Probable hepatotoxicity from two second-generation integrase strand transfer inhibitors. AIDS 2021; 35:2232-2233. [PMID: 34602594 DOI: 10.1097/qad.0000000000003029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Emily L Heil
- Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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Benedicto AM, Fuster-Martínez I, Tosca J, Esplugues JV, Blas-García A, Apostolova N. NNRTI and Liver Damage: Evidence of Their Association and the Mechanisms Involved. Cells 2021; 10:cells10071687. [PMID: 34359857 PMCID: PMC8303744 DOI: 10.3390/cells10071687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2021] [Revised: 06/26/2021] [Accepted: 06/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Due to the improved effectiveness and safety of combined antiretroviral therapy, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection has become a manageable, chronic condition rather than a mortal disease. However, HIV patients are at increased risk of experiencing non-AIDS-defining illnesses, with liver-related injury standing out as one of the leading causes of death among these patients. In addition to more HIV-specific processes, such as antiretroviral drug-related toxicity and direct injury to the liver by the virus itself, its pathogenesis is related to conditions that are also common in the general population, such as alcoholic and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, viral hepatitis, and ageing. Non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs) are essential components of combined anti-HIV treatment due to their unique antiviral activity, high specificity, and acceptable toxicity. While first-generation NNRTIs (nevirapine and efavirenz) have been related largely to liver toxicity, those belonging to the second generation (etravirine, rilpivirine and doravirine) seem to be generally safe for the liver. Indeed, there is preclinical evidence of rilpivirine being hepatoprotective in different models of liver injury, independently of the presence of HIV. The present study aims to review the mechanisms by which currently available anti-HIV drugs belonging to the NNRTI family may participate in the development of liver disease.
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- Ana M. Benedicto
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain; (A.M.B.); (I.F.-M.); (N.A.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain; (A.M.B.); (I.F.-M.); (N.A.)
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- Digestive Medicine Department, University Clinical Hospital of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain;
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain; (A.M.B.); (I.F.-M.); (N.A.)
- FISABIO–University Hospital Dr Peset, 46017 Valencia, Spain;
- Center for Biomedical Research Network–Hepatic and Digestive Diseases (CIBERehd), 46010 Valencia, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-963-864-167; Fax: +34-963-983-879
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- FISABIO–University Hospital Dr Peset, 46017 Valencia, Spain;
- Center for Biomedical Research Network–Hepatic and Digestive Diseases (CIBERehd), 46010 Valencia, Spain
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain; (A.M.B.); (I.F.-M.); (N.A.)
- FISABIO–University Hospital Dr Peset, 46017 Valencia, Spain;
- Center for Biomedical Research Network–Hepatic and Digestive Diseases (CIBERehd), 46010 Valencia, Spain
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