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Ziagen

Ziagen



USES: This medication is used to treat HIV infection in combination with other anti-HIV medications.


 
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Ziagen

Uses
This medication is used to treat HIV infection in combination with other anti-HIV medications.
Notes
  • This medication is not a cure for HIV infection but has shown positive results.
  • You may continue to have illnesses related to HIV infection.
  • Keep all doctor appointments and scheduled laboratory tests (e.g., liver function) as your therapy will be monitored.
  • Be aware that this medication does not reduce the risk of passing the virus to others through sexual contact or blood contamination.
  • This is a potent medication which should not be shared.

Storage
  • Store capsules at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
  • The oral liquid may be stored at room temperature or may be refrigerated.
  • Do not freeze.


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How To Use
  • HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: Take this medication by mouth as directed, generally twice daily with or without food.
  • Dosage is based on your condition and response to therapy.
  • Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist.
  • Carry the "Warning Card" with you at all times.
  • It is very important to continue taking this medication and other anti-HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not skip any doses.

Side Effects
  • Headache and trouble sleeping may occur.
  • If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
  • Very unlikely but report promptly dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin, rapid breathing or a change in amount of urine.
  • In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction to this drug include fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash, extreme tiredness, achiness, stomach pain, swelling, trouble breathing, cough or sore throat.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, including any allergies, liver disease, alcohol dependence and diabetes.
  • Limit alcohol intake, as it may intensify side effects of this drug.
  • If you must stop using this drug due to an allergic reaction, never use the drug again.
  • Consult MD and see the "Warning Card".
  • This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk.
  • Avoid breast-feeding because breast milk can transmit HIV.
  • Consult your doctor or pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially any drugs causing liver problems (e.g., isoniazid).
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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User Medicine Opinions for Ziagen
Overall: 1 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 57
Time Taken: 3 months

Reason: HIV infection Date: 13 July 2005
Side Effects
MY doctor had switche dme from zerit to ziagen because of neuropathy adn muscle wasting, after 4 days my whole body itched like mad, had incredible diarrhea, mostly yellow mucous stuff, heart palpitations and dewagerously high blood pressure, i always run normal 110-120/60-70, fainting, shooting pains in my joints, swelling in joints, feet turning purple and ice cold.

Additional Thoughts
This, like all hiv meds is HIGHLY toxic and ziagen comes with a dire warning about hypersensitivity reaction, which just now my doctor is admitting i was begining to have

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