Nevirapine-i
Information about Nevirapine-i
Nevirapine-i Uses
Nevirapine-i is used in the treatment of HIV infection.
How Nevirapine-i works
Nevirapine-i prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells, thereby stopping the HIV virus from producing new viruses. Nevirapine-i prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells, thereby stopping the HIV virus from producing new viruses.
Common side effects of Nevirapine-i
Headache, Vomiting, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Fatigue, Increased liver enzymes, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Diarrhea, Rash, Memory loss
Available Medicine for Nevirapine-i
Expert advice for Nevirapine-i
- You have been prescribed Nevirapine-i for the treatment of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus).
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- If you miss a dose for more than 7 days, consult your doctor as dose modification may be required.
- You might notice skin reactions during the first 2 weeks of treatment. Inform your doctor if you notice a fever, swelling of face, mouth sores, blistering of skin and trouble breathing.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly for a period of 18 weeks. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine or stomach pain.
- It makes birth control pills less effective in nature. Ask your doctor about other suitable methods of preventing pregnancy.