Atavir 300mg Capsule

Quick info

Atavir 300mg Capsule is an antiviral or antiretroviral medicine used in the treatment of HIV infection. Atavir 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.

How it works

Atavir 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.

Direction of use

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

Tips

• Atavir 300mg Capsule should be taken with food.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• Do not take antacids an hour before or two hours after taking Atavir 300mg Capsule.
• It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with this medicine.
• Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.