Retrovir

Retrovir USES: This medication is used in the management of HIV infections in symptomatic adults. This is not a cure for HIV infections.

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Retrovir Uses This medication is used in the management of HIV infections in symptomatic adults. This is not a cure for HIV infections. Notes This medication is usually administered initially in the hospital where your condition can be monitored closely. Laboratory tests will be done periodically to be sure the drug is working properly and to monitor for possible side effects. Storage Store this medication in the refrigerator as directed. Properly discard of any unused medication after the expiration date. Photos Retrovir 100mg Retrovir (Zidovudine) GSK RETROVIR（立妥威） How To Use HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication is given by injection by a health care professional. It is usually infused slowly into a vein over a period of 1 hour every 4 hours. For best results, take each dose at evenly spaced intervals around the clock. This will ensure a constant level of medication in your blood. Side Effects This medication may cause nausea, stomach upset, headache, insomnia, sweating, dizziness, altered taste, muscle aches. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop a skin rash, fever, flu-like symptoms, chest pain, breathing trouble, swelling of the feet or ankles, unusual bleeding or bruising, yellowing of the eyes or skin or dark urine. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Before using this medication, tell your doctor of any illness you may have had such as liver or kidney disease, heart disease, major injury/surgery/infection, alcohol usage, blood or bleeding disorders and of any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This drug is known to be excreted into breast milk. Avoid breast-feeding to prevent transmission of HIV to a child that may not be infected. Missed Dose It is important to use each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, use the next dose as soon as remembered and skip the missed dose. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially ganciclovir, ribavirin, fluconazole, interferon, methadone, valproic acid, probenecid, rifamycins, acetaminophen, aspirin, cimetidine, indomethacin, lorazepam, oxazepam, phenytoin, amphotericin B, co-trimoxazole, dapsone, doxorubicin, flucytosine, pentamidine, atovaquone, vinblastine or vincristine (drugs that suppress the bone marrow). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Share and Enjoy!

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