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major mutation – a drug resistance mutation that have a big impact on whether a drug continues to work. This used to be called a primary mutation.

HBV – hepatitis B, a virus that causes liver disease.

Hepatitis B.

interaction – when two drugs react to increase or decrease one or both drugs, often in ways that are unexpected or potentially harmful.

virology – the study of viruses.

nausea – the feeling that you want to be sick (a feeling of wanting to vomit). 

Nausea section in the side effect guide.