TERAVIR 300MG TABLET

Introduction:

Teravir 300mg Tablet consists of the active substance Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate. This is an antiretroviral medicine used to treat HIV and HBV infections.

Antiviral drugs are beneficial in postponing the complications related to AIDS and improving the overall quality of life. This medicine is prescribed to prevent replication of HIV to a maximum extent for as long as possible. Although this drug reduces the risk of viral infection to a great extent, this is not a cure for HIV and there is still a possibility of transmitting HIV to other people. 

Uses of Teravir 300mg Tablet:

• Treatment of HIV and HBV infections

How Teravir 300mg Tablet works:

The reverse transcriptase enzyme is responsible for producing copies of DNA from the HIV’s RNA. Teravir 300mg Tablet is a nucleotide analog that inhibits the reverse transcriptase enzyme and blocks DNA synthesis. It decreases the viral load of HIV in the blood and increases the number of CD4 (T) cells, enabling the immune system to fight other infections. This reduces the risk of severity and death associated with a weak immune system.

Interaction with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More Information:

• Store protected from moisture & light at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
• Keep away from the reach & sight of children and keep the container tightly closed.

References:

1. Cipla (EU) Limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Jul 2021] [Accessed on 17th Jul 2021], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9932.pdf
2. KD Tripathi, Antiviral Drugs (Anti-retrovirus), Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019, 860-872.
3. Sharon Safrin, Antiviral Agents, Lange’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 863-894.

How to use Teravir 300mg Tablet:

Take this tablet with food. If you have difficulty swallowing, crush the tablet, mix the powder in 100ml of water or orange juice and drink immediately.

Safety Advice:

Pregnancy:

Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant. Your physician will conduct regular tests to monitor the development of your child.

Breastfeeding: 

Consult your physician for advice before starting this treatment if you are breastfeeding your child.

Liver:

Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have liver problems or hepatitis B infection. Your physician will monitor your liver functions and prescribe accordingly.

Kidney:

Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have kidney diseases. Your physician will modify the dose according to your condition.

Driving: 

Avoid driving or using machinery during this treatment as this medicine can cause dizziness.

Allergies: 

Inform your physician if you experience allergic reactions to Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate or its ingredients.

Others:

• Consult your physician before taking this tablet if you are diagnosed with lactose intolerance.
• This medicine is not suitable for HBV and HIV-1 infected children under 12 years of age.
• Talk to your physician if you are above 65 years of age.
• Inform your physician if you develop weakness, tremor or hyperactivity during this treatment as these symptoms indicate autoimmune disorders.
• Inform your physician if you notice signs of infection or inflammation.
• Inform your physician if you or your child have osteoporosis.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

• Pancreas problems
• Kidney damage
• Deep, rapid breathing
• Drowsiness
• Nausea, vomiting
• infection

Common:

• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Tiredness
• Bloating, flatulence
• Low phosphate levels in the blood
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Weakness