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Sheen's HIV Drug Hope: A Medical Conspiracy?
10 Dec
Summary
- Charlie Sheen discussed an experimental HIV drug, PRO 140.
- He believes the drug was suppressed because it was too effective.
- Sheen has been sober for eight years since 2017.
Charlie Sheen, now eight years sober, discussed his journey with HIV and an experimental treatment called PRO 140. He described this monoclonal antibody as having quicker, more stable results and fewer side effects than current HIV medications. Sheen suggested the drug's potential market success was hindered, implying it was too effective and thus a threat to existing treatments.
Speaking on a podcast, Sheen elaborated on his 2015 HIV diagnosis, noting a surprising sense of relief and the availability of advanced medical treatments. He has maintained his sobriety since 2017, expressing confidence in his ability to avoid past pitfalls and appetites.
The actor also reflected on his past lifestyle and the circumstances surrounding his public disclosure of his HIV status in 2015, which followed blackmail attempts. He affirmed that he has never passed the virus on to others.
