ABOUT THE DRUG:
Tenofovir Disproxil Fumarat, Emtrictabine and Efavirenz are the constituent of a combination drug Viraday that prevents the human immunodeficiency virus or HIV from multiplying in your body. This medication is prescribed for the treatment of HIV which causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or AIDS.
USES OF THE DRUG:
Viraday is an antiviral drug that prevents the human immunodeficiency virus or HIV from multiplying in your body. This medication is prescribed for the treatment of HIV which causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or AIDS. Viraday is sold under various trade names. This medicine may also be prescribed for treatments not mentioned here.
WORKING OF THE DRUG:
Viraday directly attacks the multiplication mechanism of the virus. It binds and blocks reverse transcriptase enzyme of HIV and prevents the proper transcription of the viral DNA. It inhibits the HIV reverse transcriptase enzyme and thus reduces the amount of HIV in the body.
MANUFACTURER:
Viraday 300/200/600 mg capsule is manufactured by Cipla, India. You can buy Viraday online at 24x7pharma.com.
DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:
This drug is available in the capsule form in the following strength on our website:
Viraday capsules 300/200/600 mg where Tenofovir Disproxil Fumarate, Emtrictabine and Efavirenz are present in 300 mg, 200 mg and 600 mg strengths.
DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG IF YOU:
Are allergic to this drug or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
Are breastfeeding or planning to breast feed
TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:
Are pregnant and take all the medicine for HIV prescribed by the doctor, to prevent the spread of HIV to the unborn baby. try to avoid getting pregnant if you have HIV.
Have blood pressure kidney problems
Have serious liver problem
Have serious heart complaint
Have any mental problems
If you are using hormonal birth control methods, like pills
HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?
The dosage may depend on a range of factors like age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition among several other factors. Your dosage will be determined by your doctor after examining you properly. The usual dose is one 200/600 mg capsule once in a day, although the dose strength will depend upon the condition of the patient.
HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?
Take Tenofovir Disproxil Fumarat, Emtrictabine and Efavirenz HIV medication (Viraday) strictly according to your doctor?s direction or according to the instructions on the medication label. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take this medication after the prescribed period is over. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer the instructions in them for detailed information on that particular medication.
Take the combination medicine on an empty stomach at bedtime, or as directed by your doctor. HIV is usually treated with a combination of drugs. Always take the prescribed drugs as directed by your doctor. Store this medication in a cool and dry place. Tenofovir Disproxil Fumarat, Emtrictabine and Efavirenz can cause a false positive drug screening test. Inform the laboratory staff where you have your drug test done that your are taking this medicine..
You can buy Viraday 200 online at 24x7pharma.com.
Take the capsule at the same time each day, so as to avoid forgetting the dose. This should become a habit for you to take the capsule until the doctor tells you to stop the drug.
FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE?
This drug controls the multiplication of HIV but does not cure the problem. Take the drugs as long as your doctor recommends you to take it. If you have Hepatitis B, you may develop liver symptoms even after stopping Tenofovir Disproxil Fumarat, Emtrictabine and Efavirenz. These symptoms may be seen for months after stopping. You may be required to take regular tests to monitor your liver function
OVERDOSE:
If you feel any alarming symptoms then immediately consult the doctor about this drug and its possible side effects of over dosage. If the situation worsens then visit the nearest healthcare center or call the emergency helpline number.
MISS DOSE:
In case you forget to take the dose, skip the dose and take the next dose on the recommended time period. Do not double up the dose for the missed one.
SIDE EFFECTS OF VIRADAY:
SERIOUS
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
• Deep rapid breathing
• Drowsiness, feeling weak
• Nausea, vomiting and stomach pain
COMMON
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
• Dizziness, headache, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting|
• Rashes (including red spots or blotches sometimes with blistering and swelling of the skin)
• Decreases in phosphate levels in the bloodMuscle pain and weakness
• Disturbances of coordination and balance
• Difficulty sleeping, abnormal dreams, difficulty concentrating, drowsiness|
• Stomach pain|
• Problems with digestion resulting in discomfort after meals, feeling bloated, flatulence
• Loss of appetite
• Low white blood cell count (a reduced white blood cell count can make you more prone to infection)
• Liver and pancreas problems
• Increased fatty acids (triglycerides), bilirubin or sugar levels in the blood
UNCOMMON
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat
• Angry behaviour, suicidal thoughts, strange thoughts, paranoia, unable to think clearly, mood being affected, seeing or hearing things that are not really there (hallucinations), suicide attempts, personality change (psychosis)
• Pain in the abdomen (stomach), caused by inflammation of the pancreas
• Forgetfulness, confusion, fitting (seizures), incoherent speech, tremor (shaking)
• Yellow skin or eyes, itching, or pain in the abdomen (stomach) caused by inflammation of the liver
• Damage to kidney tubules Psychiatric side effects in addition to those listed above include delusions (false beliefs), neurosis. Some patients have committed suicide
• Breakdown of muscle, muscle pain or weakness
• Anaemia (low red blood cell count)
• A feeling of spinning or tilting (vertigo), whistling, ringing or other persistent noise in the ears
• Blurred vision
• Breast enlargement in males
• Decreased sexual drive
• Flushing, dry mouth
• Increased appetite
• Decreases in potassium or creatinine or cholesterol in the blood
• Protein in urine
RARE
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
• Liver failure, in some cases leading to death or liver transplant
• Inflammation of the kidney, passing a lot of urine and feeling thirsty
• Back pain caused by kidney problems, including kidney failure. Your doctor may do blood tests to see if your kidneys are working properly
• Softening of the bones (with bone pain and sometimes resulting in fractures) which may occur due to damage to the kidney tubule cells
• Fatty liver
• Itchy rash to the skin caused by a reaction to sunlight
COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:
You must not take Tenofovir Disproxil Fumarat, Emtrictabine and Efavirenz with other cisapride, pimozide, midazolam, triazolam, ergot medicines like dihydroergotamine, egonovine, ergotamine, or methyergonovine. These drugs can interact with Tenofovir Disproxil Fumarat, Emtrictabine and Efavirenz causing dangerous side effects.
THINGS TO REMEMBER:
You must use a proper barrier contraceptive method while taking Viraday and for at least 12 weeks following the end of you treatment
This medication may make you dizzy and impact your thinking and reflexes. Be careful while doing activities like driving and others which require a high level of mental awareness
