Glossary

pegylated interferon (PEG interferon) – treatment for hepatitis C, given in combination with ribavirin. Given as a onceweekly injection.

qualitative (in a study) – where what is being measured either fits one of several categories, or includes descriptive results.

transmission of HIV – see HIV transmission

inhibition (in the liver) – refers to the body processing a drug more slowly by inhibiting (or reducing) the enzymes that clear the drug. This leads to higher drug levels.

toxicity – medical word for side effect, the potential harm a drug can cause.