Emduo Junior Tablet DT

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Emduo Junior Tablet DT

This page serves as your comprehensive resource for Emduo Junior Tablet DT. We delve into the specifics of this medication, including its indications, the precise way it should be administered, a detailed account of possible side effects, and crucial information regarding contraindications and precautions. Enhance your understanding of Emduo Junior Tablet DT and its role in your treatment plan.

Information about Emduo Junior Tablet DT (Brand: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd) - Uses: HIV infection

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  • Salt Combination: Lamivudine (40mg) + Stavudine (10mg)
  • Brand: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • Uses: HIV infection

Description

  • Emduo Junior Tablet DT 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)
  • Emduo Junior Tablet DT 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 should be taken in an empty stomach for better efficacy
  • 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
  • The most common side effects of this medicine are nausea, headache, tiredness, diarrhea, dryness of mouth, etc
  • These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor
  • 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 and other bodily functions
  • 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 to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Cautions

Liver: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Emduo Junior Tablet DT is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emduo Junior Tablet DT may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking Emduo Junior Tablet DT. You may need to stop taking this medicine.
Kidney: CAUTION: Emduo Junior Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Emduo Junior Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving: UNSAFE: Emduo Junior Tablet DT may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Emduo Junior Tablet DT is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Emduo Junior Tablet DT may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol: CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Emduo Junior Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: N/A
Therapeutic class: ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: N/A

Uses

Uses of Emduo Junior Tablet DT

  • In HIV infection Emduo Junior Tablet DT 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 Emduo Junior Tablet DT 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.
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Emduo Junior Tablet DT, 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.

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Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Emduo Junior Tablet DT
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
  • Rash
  • Vomiting

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