adefovir – anti-viral drug used to treat hepatitis B.
Glossary
Selected words and phrases
peer support – support provided by people who share the same experience or problem. HIV peer support is provided by other HIV-positive people.
ALT, alanine aminotransferase, also called serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase; SGPT) – a key liver enzyme produced in liver cells. ALT is routinely monitored in HIVpositive people on ARVs to monitor liver toxicity from HIV drugs (or other medications). Increased ALT signals liver injury, but does not indicate how serious liver damage is.
IM (intra-muscular) – injecting into a muscle. See IV (intravenous) and SC (sub-cutaneous).
somnolence – feeling sleepy or drowsy, especially during the day.