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Maxxtriple drug belongs to the group of parasitic drugs, anti-infectives, antivirals, antifungals. Maxxtriple drug has the main ingredient of Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir disoproxil and is indicated in the treatment with antiretroviral combination therapy for adults with HIV-1 infection. However, before using Maxxtriple, patients need to learn carefully and follow the doctor's instructions.
1. Mechanism of action of the drug Maxxtriple
Maxxtriple drug contains the ingredient Efavirenz which is an antiviral agent in synthetic form, belonging to the group of non-nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors. This compound has the ability to inhibit human immunodeficiency virus type 1 by inhibiting DNA activity. Furthermore, the compound Efavirenz binds directly to HIV1 reverse transcriptase and specifically affects this reverse transcriptase.
2. Dosage and how to use Maxxtriple
Maxxtriple is used for adults with the recommended dose of one tablet at a time. To optimize absorption of the drug Maxxtriple should be taken with meals.
For children and adolescents, the ingredients in Maxxtriple have not been clearly established about the safety and effectiveness of this combination dose. Therefore, Maxxtriple should not be used in children under 18 years of age.
Note: The above recommended therapeutic dose for Maxxtriple is for reference only. Therefore, before using Maxxtriple, patients need to be prescribed by a doctor.
3. Management of missed dose and overdose of the drug Maxxtriple
If you miss a dose of Maxxtriple, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Maxxtriple and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not use a double dose of Maxxtriple, because it can cause an overdose. To overcome the situation of missing a dose of Maxxtriple, patients can set an alarm or ask a loved one to remind them.
In case of accidentally using Maxxtriple drug in excess of the prescribed amount and some unwanted signs appear, the patient should be taken to the emergency room immediately. However, family members can apply some preliminary treatment measures for Maxxtriple poisoning such as gastric lavage, vomiting. Next, take the patient to a medical facility to treat the symptoms.
4. Unwanted side effects when using the drug Maxxtriple
Maxxtriple can cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case Maxxtriple can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Maxxtriple include: constipation, nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, flatulence, dyspepsia, loss of appetite, elevated serum amylase levels, pancreatitis, hypophosphataemia, skin rash... These side effects may occur at the beginning of treatment or after increasing the dose of Maxxtriple. Usually, side effects from Maxxtriple can be transient or subside over time.
However, in some cases Maxxtriple can cause serious unwanted side effects with rare reactions. These reactions may appear after just a few minutes of using Maxxtriple or longer within a few days. When serious side effects appear such as: peripheral neuropathy, headache, dizziness, insomnia, weakness, depression, elevated liver enzymes, increased blood triglyceride levels, hyperglycemia,... Maxxtriple should be discontinued and medical attention should be sought immediately.
Some notes in the process of using Maxxtriple
For pregnant and lactating women, caution should be exercised when using Maxxtriple. Patients should consult a doctor and carefully analyze the benefits and risks before using the drug. Maxxtriple may change how it works as well as increase its side effects. Therefore, to avoid this situation, the patient should provide the doctor with a list of previously used drugs including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, herbs... Maxxtriple can increase fat tissue causing the condition. Central obesity, anterior-posterior neck hypertrophy, may destroy the peripheral nervous system, face, mammary gland enlargement, appearance of cushing's syndrome may occur when using antiretroviral drugs. Above is important information about Maxxtriple drug, patients should carefully read the instructions for use and use according to the dose prescribed by the doctor to achieve the best effect.
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