• Virosine DR 400mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called antiretrovirals
• It is used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), the virus that can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome)
• It helps to control HIV infection so your immune system can work better
• Virosine DR 400mg Capsule is not a cure for HIV or AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body
• This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan
• It is prescribed in combination with other HIV medicines
• Your doctor will recommend the best medicines for you and will decide the doses that you need
• Follow carefully the instructions for all the medicines that you are given
• It can be taken with or without food
• Taking all these medicines regularly at the right times greatly increases their effectiveness and reduces the chances of HIV becoming resistant to them
• It is important not to miss doses and to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
• Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, diarrhea, and rash
• These are usually not serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away
• Rarely, some people may experience a skin reaction or liver damage
• Your doctor will closely monitor you for these in the initial period of treatment.
• Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease
• While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function
• Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage
• Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine
• Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive
• Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

Uses of Virosine DR 400mg Capsule

• In Treatment of HIV infection Virosine DR 400mg Capsule decreases the amount of HIV in the body
• It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better
• This ensures a long and healthy life
• This drug is usually given in combination with other medicines
• Avoid skipping doses and follow the doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefits.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Virosine DR 400mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Common and Known Side effects of Virosine DR 400mg Capsule

• Headache
• Nausea
• Rash
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Pancreatic inflammation
• Elevated serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase
• Elevated serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase
• Increased lipase in the blood