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 Stavir - Generic D4T / Zerit (Stavudine)
Product:Stavir - Generic D4T / Zerit
Drug Name:
Stavudine
Packaging Type: Strips of 10 x 40mg
tablets
Manufacturer: Cipla
| Generic D4T / Zerit 40mg
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Why is this medication prescribed?
Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit) is used in combination with other antiviral
medications to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in patients
with or without acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
It works by slowing the spread of HIV in the body.
Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit)
does not cure HIV and may not prevent you from developing HIV-related illnesses.
Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit) is in a
class of antiviral medications called nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase
inhibitors (NRTIs).
How should this medicine be used?
Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit) comes as a capsule and a solution to take.
It is usually taken twice a day every 12 hours, with or without food.
If you are giving the oral solution to a child, shake the
bottle well before using it, so that the medication will mix evenly.
Follow the directions on your prescription label
carefully, and ask your doctor to explain any part you do not
understand. Take Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit) exactly as directed. Do not take more or less
than prescribed by your doctor.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit) may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if one
of these symptoms is severe or does not go away:
If you experience the
following symptoms or any of those, call
your doctor immediately:
- skin rash
- numbness
- burning or pain in the hands or feet
- difficulty moving your hands and feet
What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit),
- tell your doctor if you are allergic to Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit) or any
other medications.
- Tell your doctor about alll kind of medications, especially
zidovudine (Retrovir, also an ingredient in the combination products Combivir
and Trizivir).
- Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had diabetes, kidney disease,
or peripheral neuropathy.
- You should not breastfeed if
you are infected with HIV or if you are taking Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit).
- Your body fat may increase or move to different areas
of your body.
- Continue to take Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit) even if you feel good. Do not stop taking Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit)
without talking to your doctor. If you miss doses or suddenly stop taking
Stavudine (Generic D4T / Zerit), your condition may become more difficult to treat.
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