ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET

Quick info

ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection and manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine can be taken with or without food. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.

How it works

ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Lamivudine, Zidovudine and Nevirapine. They work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.

FAQ's

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Tips

• Take it on an empty stomach
• preferably at bedtime
• to reduce side effects
• Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
• ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET and 12 weeks after stopping it.
• ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
• Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
• Do not stop taking ZIDOLAM N 150 MG/300 MG/200 MG TABLET without your doctor's advice.

Side Effects

• Headaches
• Nasal congestion
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Weakness and tiredness
• Cough
• Rash