Virataz 300mg Capsule

Description

Virataz 300mg Capsule is an antiviral or antiretroviral medicine. It is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection. Virataz 300mg Capsule should be taken with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen. The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, headache, dizziness, and vomiting. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may monitor your liver function while taking this medication.

Introduction

Benefits

Virataz 300mg Capsule is an anti-HIV medication. It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Virataz 300mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Virataz 300mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Virataz 300mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Virataz 300mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Virataz 300mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Virataz 300mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Virataz 300mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Virataz 300mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Virataz 300mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Virataz 300mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.