Duovir N Tablet

Short Description

Duovir N Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection and manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Duovir N Tablet 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 can be taken with or without food. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should 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. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.

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. Duovir N Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Headaches Nasal congestion Diarrhea Nausea Weakness and tiredness Cough Rash

Breastfeeding Warning

Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition.

Pregnancy Warning

Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition.

Duovir N Tablet is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Lamivudine, Zidovudine and Nevirapine. 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.

Duovir N Tablet 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. Duovir N Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Duovir N Tablet can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Duovir N Tablet 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.