ZAVUD 40mg Capsule 10s

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Duration of Effect

  The time until which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ZAVUD 40mg Capsule 10s or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

• Lactic acidosis

  This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of Lactic acidosis. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

• Pancreatitis

  This medicine may rarely cause pancreatitis in some patients. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Therapy may need to be discontinued if the patient develops any signs or symptoms of pancreatitis.

• Kidney Diseases

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Liver diseases

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Fat Redistribution

  This medicine may cause fat gain or fat loss from the body. This may result in peripheral wasting, facial wasting, breast enlargement, Cushingoid appearance, etc. Close monitoring of body weight and body fat distribution is necessary while receiving this medicine. Any changes in the body should be informed to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Immune reconstitution syndrome

  This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of Immune reconstitution syndrome. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Take this medicine with or without food, exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than advised/prescribed. Ensure that proper hygiene measures are adopted. Complete the course of treatment to prevent the spread of the infection. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Close monitoring of liver and kidney function may be necessary during treatment with this medicine. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

• Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

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