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Viramune Uses Viramune is an antiviral medication. It is in a class of HIV medicines called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Viramune inhibits the reproduction of HIV in the body. Viramune is used to treat the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Viramune is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. How to use Viramune Take Viramune exactly as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water. You can take Viramune with or without food. Never take more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Viramune Side Effects
This drug may cause following serious side effects: severe liver damage resulting in death. Women and patients with higher CD4 counts are at increased risk of liver problems. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, unusual fatigue, loss of appetite, yellow skin or eyes, itching, clay-colored stools, or dark urine. These symptoms may be early signs of liver damage. Severe, life-threatening skin reactions have been associated with the use of Viramune. Call your doctor immediately if you develop a rash with or without a fever, blistering, sores or lesions in your mouth, irritated eyes, swelling, or muscle or joint aches. Stop taking Viramune and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (shortness of breath, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face). Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Viramune and talk to your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain, headache, numbness, tingling, or muscle pain, or changes in body fat (e.g., increased fat in the upper back, neck, breast, and trunk and loss of fat from the legs, arms, and face).
Viramune Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history especially of : If you
you have kidney or liver disease. Viramune should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Follow your doctor's instructions with respect to high-risk activities such as unprotected sex and the sharing of needles. Viramune is not a cure for HIV or AIDS, and you can still transmit the virus to others during therapy with this medication. Viramune Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially: rifampin (Rimactane, Rifadin) or rifabutin (Mycobutin), ketoconazole (Nizoral) or itraconazole (Sporanox), protease inhibitors such as saquinavir (Invirase), indinavir (Crixivan), nelfinavir (Viracept), or ritonavir (Norvir), products containing the herb Hypericum perforatum or St. John's wort, methadone (Dolophine), or birth control pills. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Viramune. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Viramune Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include swelling, fever, rash, fatigue, headache, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, and lung problems. Viramune Notes Do not share this medication with others. Viramune Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered, do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up. Viramune Storage Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Important Note The following Informationrmation is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
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