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Lenacapavir shot may offer long-term HIV protection

geneticliteracyproject.org — June 18, 2025 at 07:01 AM UTC

A new annual injection of the drug lenacapavir has shown promise in providing long-term protection against HIV, potentially revolutionizing prevention efforts. Clinical trials demonstrated lenacapavir's effectiveness, with 100% protection in women and girls. The drug, already approved for HIV treatment, requires only two injections per year for full protection. A recent phase I trial confirmed the drug's presence in participants' blood a year after injection, suggesting continued protection. This could be a major step towards ending the HIV epidemic.

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