(S)-Tenofovir
Applications (S)-Tenofovir is an S-enatiomeric derivative of Tenofovir (T018500). (S)-Tenofovir displays virucidal activity against herpes, visna virus and retrovirus. The S enantiomer of Tenofovir (T018500) is less effective against HIV than their (R)-enantiomeric counterparts.
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