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Overview
Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet is a prescription-based antiretroviral or antiviral drug used to treat people diagnosed with HIV infection. This medicine increases the immunity in adults and children above three years. Forstavir LE tablet is not the permanent cure for HIV, but it has the potential to reduce the chance of developing acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and HIV-related conditions.
HIV
Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet is used mainly in the treatment of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection. This disease is transmitted by sexual contact with a person having this infection or by injections (by sharing needles that are used for the HIV infected person). The active ingredients of Forstavir LE are Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate, Lamivudine, and Efavirenz Tablets, which belong to the drug class of nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). It is taken orally with or without food as per the doctor's prescription. This medicine works by inhibiting the growth of infectious viruses in the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor. This depends on the stage of the disease being treated. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and the body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this tablet until your doctor says to do so. Forstavir LE tablet can be given as part of a combination therapy for effective results.
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking the Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of the Forstavir LE Tablet are mentioned below:
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Nausea
Weight gain
Headache
Stomach pain
Loss of strength
Sleeplessness
Tiredness and dizziness
Autoimmune disorders
Numbness or pain in the hands or feet
High cholesterol and glucose levels in the blood
Serious side effects are:
Diabetes
Liver problems
Skin rash and itching
Unusual bleeding
Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet is a prescription-based drug used to treat people diagnosed with HIV infection. It is advised to take this medicine after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be taken orally at the same time every day. Please do not crush or chew the medicine; eat it as a whole.
Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet works by inhibiting the replication process of HIV infection. It improves the immune system of the patient, controls the virus production, reduces the viral load in the body and slows down the growth of this disease and works on overall health.
Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with the Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet is not known. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking this injection. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such a condition.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking the Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet.
Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking the Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of the Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg tablet. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
It is advised to use effective birth control methods to avoid pregnancy. Some drugs can cause birth defects, miscarriage, or death to an unborn baby if the mother or father is using this medicine. Moreover, this medicine may pass to the unborn baby.
Consult your doctor if you observe symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, dark urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin. These symptoms indicate the presence of Jaundice in the body.
It is advised to tell your doctor about all medicines (multivitamins, herbal supplements) you're taking currently before starting your course with Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg medicine. There are chances that many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.
Inform your healthcare expert in case of a history of severe blood infection, active tuberculosis, liver problems, or any serious health disorder.
Birth control is mandatory in order to avoid transmission of HIV infection to your partner and to avoid an unwanted pregnancy.
No, this medicine is not a permanent cure for HIV. It is an antiretroviral medication that helps to inhibit the multiplication process of the virus and slows down the growth of the disease. It is given as a combination therapy to manage the HIV infection lifetime.
Yes, the Forstavir LE 300mg/300mg/600mg Tablet is an antiretroviral drug belonging to the drug class of nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs).
Common side effects of taking this medicine are diarrhea, headache, fatigue, dizziness, difficulty breathing, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Nausea, Weight gain, and Headache.
Taking this medicine may lead to the development of skin rash. This rash may become severe or life-threatening in extreme cases. Consult your doctor whenever you notice any skin rashes.
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