What is another word for antiviral agent?
Pronunciation: [ˌantɪvˈa͡ɪ͡əɹə͡l ˈe͡ɪd͡ʒənt] (IPA) 
Antiviral agents are a group of pharmacological compounds used to combat viral infections. The primary objective of these agents is to inhibit the ability of the virus to bind, penetrate or replicate within host cells. Alternative terms for antiviral agents include antiviral drugs, antiviral medications, antiviral therapies, antiviral treatments, and antiviral remedies. These terms are interchangeable and are intended to convey the same meaning as the term 'antiviral agent' which refers to all compounds and therapies used to combat viral infections. There are various classes of antiviral agents, including nucleoside analogs, protease inhibitors, and neuraminidase inhibitors. Medical practitioners prescribe these agents based on the specific viral infection, dosage, and other relevant factors.
