Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet
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Introduction of Tofoday Tablet
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet 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).
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet1, Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet2 and Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet3.
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet1, Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet2 and Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet3.
Uses of Tofoday Tablet
Benefits of Tofoday Tablet
In HIV infection
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
Side effects of Tofoday Tablet
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 Tofoday
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- Fatigue
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Increased transaminase level in blood
- Decreased phosphate level in blood
- Increased triglyceride level in blood
- Increased glucose level in blood
- Gastrointestinal disorder
- Increased liver enzymes
- Elevated levels of serum amylase
- Increased lipase in the blood
- Elevated creatinine kinase
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Depression
- Dizziness
- Abnormal dreams
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Anxiety
How to use Tofoday Tablet
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. Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet 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
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet 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
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Tofoday Tablet
- Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg 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.
- Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg 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.
- 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 Tofoday 200 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet without your doctor’s advice.
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