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maraviroc · Medicine question

Which human receptor does maraviroc selectively bind to?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Maraviroc selectively binds to the human chemokine receptor CCR5, preventing CCR5-tropic HIV-1 from entering cells.

Sources for this answer

CELSENTRI 150 mg film-coated tabletsViiV Healthcare UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties · Version 35Document updated 20 March 2025

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