ABOUT THE DRUG:

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Atazanavir is the main active pharmaceutical ingredient present in Atavir Capsule. Atazanavir is a protease inhibitor, which is used in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection.

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USES OF THE DRUG:

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This medicine is used with other anti-HIV medicines to treat people who are infected with the HIV that is human immunodeficiency virus. This medicine does not cure AIDS or HIV infection. While taking this medicine may still have changes to get infections because of HIV infection and weak immune system.

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WORKING OF THE DRUG:

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This drug consists of Atazanivir. It is a type of anti-HIV medicine called a protease inhibitor. HIV is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV infection destroys CD4 (T) cells, which are important to the immune system and weakens the immune system when large numbers of (T) cells are destroyed, AIDS develops. This medicine helps to block HIV protease, an enzyme that is needed for the HIV virus to multiply. This medicine may lower the amount of HIV in your blood by supplying T cells, and reduce the risk of death and illness caused due to HIV.

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MANUFACTURER:

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Atavir is manufactured by Cipla, India. The drugs are available on our website under various pack sizes. To buy Atavir 300 mg capsules online, visit 24x7pharma.com.

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DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

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The drug is available in the form of a Capsule under the following brand name and strength on our website:

nAtavir 300 mg Capsule
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DO NOT TAKE THE DRUG IF YOU:

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Are allergic or have hypersensitivity to this active ingredient Atazanivir or any other ingredient of the medicine

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TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

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Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant in the near future
nAre breastfeeding mother
nHave a history of any allergic reactions.
nHave diabetes
nHave hemophilia
nHave a liver problem
nHave a kidney problem

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HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

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The dosage depends upon your age, weight, medical condition and your response to the treatment. Therefore, your doctor will decide the dose. Take the dose exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Never take a double dose at one time.

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HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

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The drug is usually recommended to be taken with the food or snacks. The capsule is to be swallowed with a glass of water. Do not open the shell of the capsules.

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FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

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You should take the dose until you are done with your prescribed dose. Do not change the dose or stop it even if you feel better. You should complete the prescribed dose.

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OVERDOSE:

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In case of an overdose, get emergency medical attention or call the doctor immediately.

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MISS DOSE:

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If you miss a dose of Atazanavir, then take it as soon as you remember. Never take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is almost up. Taking multiple doses at almost the same time can lead to excess medication in your body which can be harmful.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF ATAVIR 300MG:

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COMMON

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• Diarrhea
n• Nausea
n• Vomiting
n• Rash

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SERIOUS

n• Inflammation of the liver (hepatitis) and jaundice
n• Severe headache
n• Blurred vision
n• New signs of infection (fever, sore throat), or unusual weakness
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COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

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You must share in advance with your doctor, the list of all medications which you may be using, especially these ones: anti-histamines, sedatives, anti-tuberculosis medications, anti-fungal medications, narcotic analgesics, methadone, heart/blood-pressure medications, psychiatric medications, anti-convulsants ,immunosuppressant medications, warfarin, cholesterol lowering agents, sildenafil, oral contraceptive, ergot containing migraine medications. However, this is incomplete information as mentioning all the details here is out of scope for this drug. There may be other medications. Never start a new medication with consulting a doctor.

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THINGS TO REMEMBER:

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Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they show similar symptoms as you are having.
nDo not use this medication for any other infection without consulting with the doctor
nIn case you do not feel better and relieved after completing the medication prescribed by your doctor, then consult your doctor immediately
nDo not freeze the medicine and store the medicine at room temperature