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Virashiv Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Efavirenz,emtricitabine,tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate
Manufacturer : SHIVNAAM TRADELINK LLP
Origin of Medicine : India
30 Tablet(s) In A Bottle
Introduction to Virashiv Tablet
Virashiv tablet is an antiviral drug belonging to the non-nucleoside and nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors containing the active ingredients Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate. It is used in the treatment of HIV-1 infection. It is a Human immunodeficiency virus that mainly occurs when a person's immune system is attacked and weakened by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This infection progressively weakens the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to opportunistic infections.
This tablet is not recommended if you have experienced hypersensitivity reactions to Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, or Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. Patients diagnosed with pancreatitis or at risk of pancreatitis should take this combination of medicine cautiously. During the treatment, your doctor may periodically monitor your blood counts, bone mineral density, and liver and kidney parameters to prevent serious complications. Report to your doctor if you have had a history of heart failure, seizures, pancreatitis, bone disease, fractures, mental illnesses, or liver or kidney problems. Seek medical emergency from a nearby hospital if you experience psychiatric symptoms like depression or suicidal thoughts during this treatment.
Adults of childbearing potential should consider using an effective contraceptive to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Avoid getting pregnant during and 12 weeks after the last dose of the Virashiv tablet. If you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant, your physician might suggest an alternative treatment, as this combination regimen is not recommended during early pregnancy. Breastfeeding is mostly not recommended due to the potential transmission of HIV from the mother to the baby.
Uses of Virashiv Tablet
- Treatment of HIV-1 infection
Therapeutic Effects of Virashiv Tablet
Virashiv tablets increase the number of CD4 T cells and stimulate the immune system to fight against infections. Thereby, it reduces the viral load of HIV in the blood and decreases the severity of HIV infection.
Interaction of Virashiv Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Virashiv tablet and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Virashiv Tablet
- Store Virashiv tablet at room temperature (25°C).
- Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children.
How to consume Virashiv Tablet
Take the Virashiv tablet as advised by your physician. Swallow the tablets whole and intact. This tablet should be taken with food. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the medicine if your doctor advises you to stop.
Safety Advices for Virashiv Tablet
Pregnancy
If pregnant, do not take the Virashiv tablet because this may harm the unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Virashiv tablet because the medicine gets into the breast milk and affects your fetus. Do not breastfeed during the treatment.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Virashiv tablets are safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Liver
Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking this Virashiv tablet, and it should be used with caution in liver disease patients. Your doctor may monitor your liver enzymes. Consult your physician before taking this medicine.
Alcohol
It is highly unsafe to drink alcohol while taking a Virashiv tablet. It may reduce the drug's effectiveness and can cause toxic side effects.
Driving
Virashiv tablet can make you feel dizzy and affect your concentration. Do not drive or operate machinery.
Side Effects of Virashiv Tablet
Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Rapid breathing
- Drowsiness
- Nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain
- Severe allergic reactions
- Severe mood disturbances, depression, and suicidal thoughts
- Confusion, forgetfulness, seizures, and tremor
- Liver toxicity
- Kidney damage
Common
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Sleeplessness
- Increased levels of cholesterol and glucose in the blood
- Breast enlargement in males
- Anemia
- Bone disorders
- Tinnitus
- Constipation
Word of Advice
Take this tablet correctly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop taking the tablet without consulting your healthcare provider. Inform your doctor about any other tablets or supplements you take, as they may interact with this tablet. It mainly includes over-the-counter medications and vitamins.
Your doctor can advise you on the possible interactions and help manage them. It is highly advised to take this tablet with a meal, preferably in the evening at bedtime, so that it can help to minimise the dizziness and other central nervous system side effects that can occur with this medication.
FAQs
Q 1. Can Virashiv tablet cure HIV?
No, the Virashiv tablet does not cure HIV. It is an antiviral medication that helps control the replication of the virus, reduce the viral load, and slow the progression of HIV infection. It is important to continue taking this tablet as prescribed to maintain its effectiveness.
Q 2. What should you not take with a Virashiv tablet?
It is not recommended to take Virashiv tablet tablets with other HIV medications. Tell your healthcare provider about taking other medications, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Q 3. How can Virashiv tablet Tablets be stored?
Store these Virashiv tablet Tablets between 20-25°C in their original container, away from the reach of children.
Q 4. What are the required laboratory parameters before starting this treatment with the Virashiv tablet?
If you are an adolescent or adult of childbearing potential, your healthcare provider will perform a pregnancy test before prescribing this treatment. Other prominent tests include HBV infection, blood cholesterol, blood glucose, serum creatinine, estimated creatinine clearance, liver parameters, and urine protein.
Q 5. Can I drink alcohol while taking the Virashiv tablet?
It is generally recommended to avoid alcohol while taking a Virashiv tablet. Consuming alcohol can increase the risk of side effects, such as dizziness and drowsiness.
Q 6. What happens if I forget a dose of Virashiv tablet?
If you miss a dose of Virashiv tablet, take it as soon as you get in mind, unless it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. In such a case, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing. It is highly advised not to double the dose to compensate for the missed one.
Fact Box of Virashiv Tablet
| Molecule Name: Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate | Therapeutic class: Antiviral |
Pharmacological class: 1. Efavirenz- Non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs) 2. Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate- Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) | Indications: Treatment of HIV-1 infection
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References
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (UK) Ltd., Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Dec 2019] [Accessed on 23rd May 2023] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9129.pdf
- Bristol-Myers Squibb and Gilead Sciences, LLC, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Nov 2015] [Accessed on 23rd May 2023] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2015/021937s037lbl.pdf
- KD Tripathi, Antiviral Drugs (Anti-retrovirus), Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019, 860-872.
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