DARUVIR 800MG TABLET 

About Daruvir 800mg Tablet

SALT COMPOSITION
Darunavir (800mg)

Daruvir 800mg Tablet is an antiviral or antiretroviral medicine. It is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Daruvir 800mg Tablet should be taken with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen.

Some people may experience nausea, diarrhea, and increased cholesterol or triglyceride levels, as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can increase sugar levels in the blood.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor before taking this drug if you are an elderly patient, of, or above 65 years of age, if you have a history of liver disease including hepatitis B or C, or have hemophilia, or if you are allergic to sulfa drugs.
USES OF DARUVIR TABLET
Treatment of HIV infection
BENEFITS OF DARUVIR TABLET
In Treatment of HIV infection
Daruvir 800mg Tablet decreases the amount of HIV in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. It is usually given in combination with other medicines. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
SIDE EFFECTS OF DARUVIR TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Daruvir
Diarrhea
Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
Increased triglyceride level in blood
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Headache
Vomiting
Skin rash
HOW TO USE DARUVIR TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Daruvir 800mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW DARUVIR TABLET WORKS
Daruvir 800mg Tablet is an anti-HIV medication. It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.
SAFETY ADVICE
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Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Daruvir 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Daruvir 800mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
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Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Daruvir 800mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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Driving
UNSAFE
Daruvir 800mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Daruvir 800mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Daruvir 800mg Tablet is recommended.
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Liver
CAUTION
Daruvir 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Daruvir 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on use of Daruvir 800mg Tablet in these patients. Dose adjustment may not be required in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE DARUVIR TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Daruvir 800mg Tablet, 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.

• Daruvir 800mg Tablet should be taken with food.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with this medicine.
• Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.