VIROCOMB 150 MG/300 MG TABLET
Generic : Lamivudine (150mg) + Zidovudine (300mg)
Treatment : HIV infection
Pack size : 60 (Tablet)
Manufacturer : Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Made In : INDIA
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Virocomb 150 mg/300 mg Tablet is a combination of two antiretrovirals. 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).
Virocomb 150 mg/300 mg Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine can be taken with or without food. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.
Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition. Your doctor may suggest regular laboratory tests to check your blood counts, kidney and liver functions, and other health conditions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.
BENEFITS OF VIROCOMB TABLET
In HIV infection
Virocomb 150 mg/300 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.
HOW TO USE VIROCOMB TABLET
HOW VIROCOMB TABLET WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
Liver
Use of Virocomb 150 mg/300 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
Interaction with drugs
- DIDANOSINE
- EFAVIRENZ
- ATOVAQUONE
- CLARITHROMYCIN
- GANCICLOVIR
- COTRIMOXAZOLE
- FLUCONAZOLE
- RIFAMPICIN
- PHENOBARBITAL
- PHENYTOIN
- VALPROIC ACID
- RANITIDINE
- CIMETIDINE
- CLADRIBINE
- PROBENECID
- METHOTREXATE
- ATORVASTATIN
- FENOFIBRATE
- CLOZAPINE
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE VIROCOMB TABLET?
SIDE EFFECTS
Common side effects of Virocomb
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Cough
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Rash
- Joint pain
- Hair loss
- Fever
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Muscle disorders
- General discomfort
- Hypersensitivity
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Decreased appetite
- Abdominal pain
- Abdominal cramp
- Indigestion
FAQ's
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pack size – 60
pack form – tablet
MORE INFORMATION
Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.
Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.
