Zepdon 400mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Manufactured By
cipla
Pack of
60 Tablet in Bottle
Salt Composition
Raltegravir
Storage
Keep in cold place
Delivering To:
All Substitutes
Overview
Zepdon (Raltegravir) tablet is an antiretroviral medication. It is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), the virus that can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). It stops or slows the virus from multiplying. It is advisable to take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor for better efficacy without increasing or decreasing the dose strength. This medicine is available at the best price in India.
Indication
HIV infection
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Description
Raltegravir works to inhibit HIV integrase to prevent the viral genome from being incorporated into the human genome. It is primarily metabolized by glucuronidation. The molecular weight of Raltegravir is 444.4 g/mol. Its molecular formula is C20H21FN6O5. It targets integrase, an enzyme common to retroviruses that integrates the viral genetic material into human chromosomes.
Side Effects
Following are the possible side effects that can occur during your treatment with Zepdon 400mg Tablet. Contact your medical practitioner immediately if any of the above-mentioned side effects appear.
Dizziness
Unusual sweating
Skin rash
Itching
Indigestion
Constipation
Redness of skin
Headache
Taste change
Blurred vision
Confusion
Fever
Chills
Nightmare
How To Use
Zepdon (Raltegravir) tablet is available in the strength of 400 mg in the form of tablets for oral administration. It is a prescription medicine that helps to slow down the multiplication of the virus in the body. However, this medicine is not a permanent cure for HIV. It is advisable to not skip a dose, or change the dose strength. It is prescribed in combination with other HIV medicines. Swallow the tablet as a whole with water, without breaking, cutting, or chewing it. Zepdon tablets may be taken with or without food.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
Do not consume alcohol while taking Zepdon 400mg Tablet
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Zepdon 400mg Tablet without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Do not take Zepdon 400mg Tablet if you're breastfeeding. Consultation of the doctor is advised.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of Zepdon 400mg Tablet.
Kidney
precaution
Do not take Zepdon 400mg Tablet without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
precaution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking Zepdon 400mg Tablet.
Missed Doses
It is advisable not to miss a dose. If you miss a scheduled dose of Zepdon 400mg Tablet tablets, contact your doctor immediately.
FAQs
Zepdon (Raltegravir) tablet is a prescription medicine, used in the treatment of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection. It interferes with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses.
The common side effects of Zepdon (Raltegravir) tablets are headache, nausea, taste change, stomach ache, peripheral neuropathy, diarrhea, fever, chills, hair loss, urine infection, kidney failure, etc. Make sure to contact your doctor if side effects occur or last longer than usual.
Store Zepdon (Raltegravir) tablets at room temperature (10-30°C) in the same container. Keep it away from children and pets.
After taking the Zepdon (Raltegravir) tablet, it is advisable to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if side effects like blurred vision or dizziness occur and last longer than usual.
During pregnancy or breastfeeding, taking Zepdon (Raltegravir) tablets may not be safe. Kindly consult your doctor to discuss the potential risks and benefits of taking this medicine.
