Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit
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Introduction of Emduo Kit
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit1, Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit2 and Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit3.
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit1, Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit2 and Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit3.
Uses of Emduo Kit
Benefits of Emduo Kit
In Treatment of HIV infection
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit controls HIV infection by preventing the virus from multiplying in the body. It also helps your immnune system to work better and may decrease your chance of developing HIV-related illnesses such as AIDS. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. Taking Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit along with practicing safer sex and making other lifestyle changes may decrease the risk of transmitting the HIV virus to other people.
Side effects of Emduo Kit
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Emduo
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dryness in mouth
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Fever
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nightmares
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Skin rash
How to use Emduo Kit
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit. You may need to stop taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit. You may need to stop taking this medicine.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Emduo Kit
- Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit 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.
- Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit 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.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
- Do not stop taking Emduo E 40 mg/150 mg/600 mg Kit without your doctor’s advice.
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Christopher J. Hoffmann KL. Charalambous FS. Antiretroviral therapy using zidovudine, lamivudine, and efavirenz in South Africa: tolerability and clinical events. AIDS. 2008;22(1):67-74. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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