Drugs That Inhibit the Acidification of the Endosome Block the Replication

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Short Answer

Drugs that inhibit the acidification of the endosome block the replication of many viruses that enter the cell through receptor-mediated endocytosis.Why are these drugs effective?

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Definitions:

Lymphatic System

A part of the immune system that includes lymph nodes, lymph vessels, and organs, responsible for transporting lymph and removing toxins from the body.

Immune Response

The body's defense mechanism against pathogens, involving both specific and non-specific components.

Mucous Membranes

The moist linings of various body cavities, including the nose, mouth, lungs, and digestive tract, that secrete mucus.

Indirect Contact

A method of disease transmission where an infectious agent is transferred from one individual to another through a secondary object or person.