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Stavudine - oral capsule

(stav-you-deen)

common brand names: Zerit

Warning: Infrequently, severe (sometimes fatal) liver & blood acid-base balance problems (lactic acidosis) have occurred while using this medication. death lactic acidosis has also occurred during pregnancy when this drug was used at combination with didanosine & other drugs used to treat HIV. Rare cases about muscle weakness/paralysis have occurred (similar to Guillain- Barre syndrome), especially in those with lactic acidosis. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, abdominal or stomach pain, rapid breathing, drowsiness, muscle aches or weakness, or trouble breathing (e.g., very shallow breathing). When used in combination with certain medicines, pancreatitis (sometimes fatal) has occurred on rare occasions. Notify your pharmacist immediately if you develop severe stomach/abdominal pain.

Simular Drugs : Zerit, Zerit

Related Drugs : Zerit, Zerit, Zerit

Zerit Usage: this drug is used in combination with other medications to treat HIV infection. Stavudine isnot a cure for HIV & does not prevent passing of HIV to others.

How to use Zerit: Take this drug by mouth exactly as prescribed, usually two times day. for best effects, space doses at even intervals throughout the day (and night if directed by your doctor). this will help ensure an even level about medication in the body at all times. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help devise dosing schedule best for you. do not increase you're dose or take this more often than directed. you're condition will not improve faster but the risk of side effects may be increased.

Zerit side effects: the most common side effect of this medication is peripheral neuropathy (nerve disorder). Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy are numbness, tingling, burning or pain about hands or feet. Notify your doctor if you develop any of these. Headache, diarrhea or nausea or loss of appetite may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Notify some your doctor if any of these serious side effects occur: chills, fever, sore throat, itch, rash, changes at body fat, muscle aches, trouble sleeping, unusual bleeding or bruising, stomach pain, yellowing of eyes and skin, dark urine, rapid breathing. in unlikely episode you have an allergic reaction to this pill, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact some your physician or pharmacist.

Zerit Precautions: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney or liver diseases, pancreatitis, nerve disease, heart disease, major injury/surgery/infection, alcohol usage, any allergies. it medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with you're pharmacist. it isnt known if this medication appears at people breast milk. Avoid breast-feeding in order to protect the newborn from possible HIV transmission.

Zerit med interactions: Tell youre doctor about any over-the-counter or prescription tablet you may take especially: other drugs used to treat HIV disease (e.g., zidovudine, lamivudine). do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

Zerit Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Zerit special notes: this drug does not cure HIV infection nor does it reduce the risk of transmission about HIV to others through sexual contact or blood contamination.

If you missed Zerit dose: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If It's within 2 hours of the following dose, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. It's important not to miss doses of it drug.

Zerit Storage: Store this tablet at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 & 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. do not store in the bathroom. Keep it & all medications out of the reach of children.

Medical alert: youre condition may cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Stavudine