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About Ricovir 300mg Tablet

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE belongs to the group of medicines known as ‘antiviral medicines’ used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B infection. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted infection that over time leads to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Chronic hepatitis B is a long-term viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus.

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE contains ‘Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate’ which is an antiviral/HIV medicine and works by prevents the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

Uses of Ricovir 300mg Tablet

HIV infections, Chronic hepatitis B

Medicinal Benefits of Ricovir 300mg Tablet

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE belongs to the group of medications called ‘antiretroviral drugs’ used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE decreases the amount of HIV in your body. Therefore, your immune system may work better. This reduces your chance of getting complications of HIV like new infections, cancer and enhances your quality of life. TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE works by prevents the development of viruses in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection

Directions for Use

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE is available in the tablet and powder form. Tablet: Use TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE as prescribed by a doctor. Take TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE with and without food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. You are advised to take TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. Powder: Powder form of TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE should be mixed with soft food like apple sauce, yogurt, or baby food. It can be swallowed without chewing. Do not mix the oral powder with liquid. You are advised to take TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Ricovir 300mg Tablet

• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Nausea
• Pain
• Weakness
• Stomach pain

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE may interact with an antibiotic (gentamycin, tobramycin, pentamidine, vancomycin), antifungal medicines (amphotericin B), antiviral disease (foscarnet, ganciclovir, or cidofovir), anticancer (interleukin-2), medicines used to treat hepatitis B virus (adefovir dipivoxil), pain killer (ibuprofen).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid drinking alcohol. Consuming alcohol while using TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE may worsen the condition.

 

PREGNANCY

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE is a category B medicine. It should be used with caution in pregnant women because it may cause side effects to the unborn baby.

 

BREAST FEEDING

The active part of TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE may pass with breast milk. Women who are HIV-positive must not breast-feed, because HIV infection can be passed on to the baby in breast milk.

DRIVING

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE may cause dizziness. So, avoid driving or refrain from any activities that require you to alert mentally.

LIVER

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary. Patients with liver disease, who are treated with TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE, have a higher risk of serious and possibly fatal liver complications.

KIDNEY

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE should not be used in adolescents with kidney disease. In other people with severe kidney diseases, TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE is given only if clinically needed.