Nevivir 200 mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine which is used in combination with other medicines to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. This medicine is not a cure for HIV.

Nevivir

It only prevents the virus from multiplying in your body. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. click here: Nevivir

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nevivir 200 mg Tablet

  • Chills
  • Diarrhea
  • Dark colored urine
  • Fever
  • Skin Rash
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Muscle pain and cramps
  • Pain in the arms and legs

Uses of Nevivir 200 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • HIV infection
    This medicine is used in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
  • Prevention of Perinatal HIV Transmission
    This medicine is used to prevent HIV transmission from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.

Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

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

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

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

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Can this medicine be taken during 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.

  • Can this medicine be taken 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.

When not to use?

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to nevirapine or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Liver impairment

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe liver impairment (Child-Pugh class B or C) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Post-exposure prophylaxis

This Nevivir is not recommended for use in post-exposure prophylaxis treatment for HIV infection.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

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 Nevivir 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.
General warnings

Fat redistribution

Use of this Nevivir may cause fat gain or fat loss from the body. This may result in peripheral wasting, facial wasting, breast enlargement, and Cushingoid appearance.

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.

Immune Reconstitution Syndrome

Use of this medicine in combination with other antiretroviral should be done with caution due to the increased risk of immune reconstitution syndrome.
Report any unusual Nevivir symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate corrective measures and dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Skin Reactions

This Nevivir should be used with caution since it may increase the risk of serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome.

Report any unusual Nevivir  symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical Nevivir treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

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

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Nevivir  is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
  • Clarithromycin
  • Fluvoxamine
  • Atazanavir
  • Atorvastatin
  • Darunavir

Disease interactions

Hepatotoxicity

This Nevivir should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Skin Rash

This Nevivir should be used with extreme caution due to the increased risk of serious and life-threatening skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and hypersensitivity reactions characterized by a rash. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any unusual reactions such as a rash or blisters. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Kidney Disease

This Nevivir should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

General Instructions

Take this Nevivir with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine.

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