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Delavirdine 200mg - oral

(deh-lav-er-deen)

common brand names: Rescriptor

Warning: Didanosine-delavirdine combination treatment is not recommended because delavirdine did not add to benefit of didanosine in clinical test. HIV virus quickly develops resistance when delavirdine is used alone. Therefore, delavirdine must always be used with other proven combinations of anti-HIV medications.

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Rescriptor Usage: it med is used in treatment of infection with HIV (the virus that causes AIDS). Its used in combination with other HIV medications (antiretrovirals) in selected patients. No cure exists since HIV infection, & the illnesses associated with your disease (infections, etc.) may continue.

How to use Rescriptor: Take by mouth exactly as directed, usually three times day with or with-out food. Delavirdine 200 mg tablets can't be dissolved in glass about water before swallowing, unlike 100 mg tablets. Swallow these tablets whole. If taking didanosine or antacids, take them one hour apart from it drug. for anyone with lack about stomach acid (achlorhydria), take it drug with an acidic beverage (e.g., orange or cranberry juice).

Rescriptor side effects: Headache or nausea might occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your pharmacist. Report to your physician promptly: rash, itching. Unlikely but report promptly: vomiting, stomach pain, yellowing skin or eyes, fever, trouble breathing, swelling, dizziness/fainting, persistent sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Rescriptor Precautions: Before taking this drug, tell you're physician your entire medical history, including: allergies (particularly drug allergies), liver disease. Report promptly to you're pharmacist: severe rash, rash with symptoms (e.g., fever, blistering, mouth sores, swelling, muscle/joint aches). it medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your physician. It's not known whether it drug is excreted into human milk. Avoid breast-feeding to prevent transmission of HIV infection to an uninfected infant. Caution is advised when using it drug in kid under 16 years about age.

Rescriptor med interactions: this med isnt recommended for use with: rifabutin, rifampin. Ask your physician or pharmacist for more details. Tell your physician of every nonprescription & prescription medication you may take, especially: antacids (containing aluminum & magnesium), clarithromycin, didanosine, fluoxetine, ketoconazole, phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine, terfenadine, astemizole, dapsone, ergot derivatives (e.g., cafergot, ergotamine), alprazolam, midazolam, triazolam, nifedipine-like calcium channel blockers, cisapride, quinidine, warfarin, amphetamines, H2 blockers (e.g., cimetidine), St John's wort, sildenafil, protease inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir). do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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

Rescriptor special notes: do not share it drug with anyone else. this tablet has not been shown to reduce chance of transmitting HIV to others.

If you missed Rescriptor dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as you remember. If It's near time of following dose, skip missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Rescriptor Storage: Store at room temperature between 68 & 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications at a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Delavirdine 200mg

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