What is the treatment for HIV or AIDS?

Every person is different and your doctor will design a specific medical plan for you. It is essential that you follow this plan exactly, taking your medications exactly as prescribed. Some of the medications you will receive are intended to fight opportunistic infections. Other medications target the HIV virus in order to block replication and protect the body's immune system. These drugs are called "antiretroviral drugs." Often several antiretroviral drugs are prescribed for maximum effect. This is sometimes called "cocktail" therapy or highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART).