Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit
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Product introduction
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine must not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.
The most common side effects of this medicine are dizziness and rash. These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor. As this medicine can also make you feel dizzy, it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects. To cope up with dizziness take plenty of fluid.
Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to conceive. This medicine should be taken with care if you have any liver or mental health conditions. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to check your blood counts, liver function, and other bodily functions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine must not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.
The most common side effects of this medicine are dizziness and rash. These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor. As this medicine can also make you feel dizzy, it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects. To cope up with dizziness take plenty of fluid.
Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to conceive. This medicine should be taken with care if you have any liver or mental health conditions. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to check your blood counts, liver function, and other bodily functions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.
Uses of Odivir Tablet
Benefits of Odivir Tablet
In HIV infection
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
Side effects of Odivir Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Odivir
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Flatulence
- Depression
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nightmares
- Tiredness
- Fever
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Dryness in mouth
- Muscle damage
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
How to use Odivir Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is to be taken empty stomach.
How Odivir Tablet works
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is a combination of three anti HIV medicines: Lamivudine, Didanosine and Efavirenz. They work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
Use of Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Odivir Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
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Quick tips
- Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit is a combination of three medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections.
- Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to reduce side effects.
- Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
- Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit and 12 weeks after stopping it.
- It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
- Do not stop taking Odivir 300 mg/250 mg/600 mg Kit without your doctor’s advice.
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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What are you using Odivir Tablet for?
HIV infection
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Chronic hepat*
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*Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
How much was the improvement?
Poor
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*No Side Effect
How do you take Odivir Tablet?
With food
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- Lamivudine. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 24 Jun. 2018]. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Mayo Clinic. Didanosine. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Efavirenz. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2014 [revised 10 Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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