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Generic Name - Nevirapine
Category - Antiviral, medication
Indications
Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection
Generic Viramune is indicated to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Over a period of years, HIV slowly destroys the immune system, leaving the body defenseless against infection. Nevirapine (gene
Generic for Viramune Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Viramune is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Viramune should not be taken by patients who have a history of th
Generic for Viramune Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericViramune
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Viramune is a tablet a day for the first 14 days. If no serious rashes occur the dosage is increased to a tablet twice a day.
Generic for Viramune Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Viramune side Effects include abdominal pain, allergic reactions (including hives, blisters, mouth sores, or swollen mouth and throat), diarrhea, drowsiness, drug withdrawal, fat redistribution and fatigue.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Viramune.
Generic for Viramune and Pregnancy
Studies in pregnant women have shown that Generic Viramune decreases the chance of passing HIV to your baby during labor and at birth.
Generic for Viramune and Breastfeeding
Generic Viramune passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding is not recommended in AIDS patients because of the risk of passing the AIDS virus on to the nursing infant and the possibility of serious adverse reactions in nursing infants
Generic for Viramune and Pediatric
Granulocytopenia may be more likely to occur in children, who are usually more sensitive than adults to this effect Generic viramune.
Generic for Viramune and Geriatric
There is no specific information comparing use of Generic Viramune in the elderly with use in other age groups.
Note
The above information about Generic Viramune serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist befor |
