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Aptivus is an antiviral medicine that prevents the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in the body. Aptivus is used together with another medicine called ritonavir to treat HIV, which can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. So, what does Aptivus do?
1. What are the effects of Aptivus?
Aptivus is an antiviral drug that prevents the immunodeficiency virus from multiplying in the human body. Aptivus is combined with another medicine called ritonavir to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
Besides the above uses, Aptivus may also be used to treat a number of other conditions that are not listed above. Therefore, before using the drug, consult your doctor for advice and effective use of the drug.
2. How to use Aptivus
Aptivus is in capsule form, so it can be taken on an empty stomach or on an empty stomach. Patients should take the medicine with a full glass of water to avoid stomach irritation. Do not open or chew the capsule, but swallow it whole. Dosage of Aptivus will depend on the patient's medical condition and age such as:
The usual dose for HIV-infected children aged 2 to 18 years will be based on weight with a dose of tipranavir 14mg/kg in combination with ritonavir 6mg/kg, twice a day. The maximum dose is 500mg tipranavir and 200mg ritonavir. The usual dose for HIV-infected adults is to take tipranavir 500mg in combination with ritonavir 200mg, twice a day. Patients need to use Aptivus regularly to get the most benefit from it. To use this medicine safely, take Aptivus exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use more than the recommended dose, smaller or longer than prescribed. Absolutely do not arbitrarily increase the dose of the drug or abuse the drug for too long for a long time.
3. Undesirable effects when using the drug aptivus
Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Aptivus medicine include:
New signs of infection such as fever, night sweats, cold sores, swollen glands, wheezing, cough, diarrhea , weight loss,... Difficulty speaking or swallowing, problems with balance or eye movements, tingling sensation, swelling in the neck or throat,... Menstrual changes Impotence Nausea, vomiting Diarrhea diarrhea Stomach pain Skin rash Headache Fever Feeling tired Changes in the shape or location of body fat especially in the arms, face, legs, neck, chest, waist,... Before When prescribing medication, doctors always weigh the benefits and effectiveness of Aptivus more than the risk of side effects. However, in some cases when using Aptivus, unwanted effects may still occur. Therefore, when unusual symptoms occur, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, rash, swelling or itching of the face, throat, tongue,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the medical staff for immediate intervention.
4. Some notes when using Aptivus
Some notes when using Aptivus medicine include:
Inform your doctor about a history of allergy to Aptivus or any other allergies. Aptivus may contain ingredients that don't work and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, dyes or preservatives. Aptivus is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to tipranavir or in patients with moderate to severe liver disease, in children under 2 years of age. Some patients taking Aptivus along with ritonavir have developed fatal medical problems including liver damage and bleeding in the brain. Therefore, the drug should be discontinued if symptoms such as right upper abdominal pain, nausea, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, unusual bleeding, severe or sudden headache, problems with speech or vision. Aptivus should be used with caution in patients with hepatitis B or hepatitis C, diabetes, high cholesterol or triglycerides, bleeding disorders such as hemophilia, or an allergy to sulfa drugs. Inform your doctor about your pregnancy so that you can use the correct medication to control the infection. HIV can be passed to the baby if the virus is not controlled during pregnancy. In addition, Aptivus can make birth control pills less effective, so contraception should be used during treatment. Women with HIV or AIDS should not breastfeed, even if the baby is not HIV-infected, because the virus can be passed to the baby in the mother's milk. Do not take vitamin E supplements if you are using Aptivus liquid medicine Aptivus medicine does not prevent the disease from spreading, pay attention to safe sex, do not share razors or toothbrushes,... Please take a supplement. return the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if the time you remember is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the medicine as scheduled. Do not arbitrarily add more than double the dose of the drug than the treatment regimen.
5. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can reduce the effectiveness of aptivus, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent without your doctor's consent.
Some drugs can interact with Aptivus such as:
Alfuzosin Cisaprid Lurasidone Pimozit Rifampin Sildenafil Drugs ergot-dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine. Amiodarone Flecainide Propafenone Quinidine Midazolam, Triazolam Cholesterol, lovastatin Simvastatin
6. How to store Aptivus
Store Aptivus at room temperature, away from light and away from moisture. Do not store Aptivus in a humid place or in the freezer. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read the Aptivus storage instructions carefully on the package, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Aptivus out of the reach of children and family pets. When the medicine has been damaged and cannot be used anymore or has expired, dispose of the medicine according to the correct procedure. Do not arbitrarily dispose of Aptivus into the environment such as a water pipe or toilet unless requested. Consult your waste disposal company or pharmacist for advice on how to safely dispose of Aptivus to help protect the environment.
In a nutshell, Aptivus is an antiviral drug that prevents the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in the body. Aptivus is used together with another medicine called ritonavir to treat HIV, which can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. However, Aptivus can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medications you are taking to reduce the risk of side effects and increase effectiveness. for the treatment.
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