Viral infectious diseases often resolve spontaneously, but for some, including the most serious, it is necessary to initiate antiviral treatment. There are several types, and they are classified according to the virus they target. In this video:

• Classification of antivirals and antiretrovirals:
• General information on HIV and AIDS:
• HIV replication cycle:
• Antiretrovirals, drugs against HIV:
• Antivirals against herpes viruses:
• Antivirals against hepatitis viruses:
• Antivirals against influenza viruses: