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Atazor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
The optimal dosage of Atazor is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atazor as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atazor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Atazor's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Atazor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Atazor related warnings section.
Atazor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atazor in conditions like Kidney Disease, Bleeding, Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Atazor are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Atazor with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Atazor, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Atazor is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Adult(Female) |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Atazor safe for pregnant women?
Atazor is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Atazor safe during breastfeeding?
Atazor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atazor on the Kidneys?
Atazor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Atazor on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Atazor on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Atazor on the Heart?
Atazor is completely safe for the heart.
Atazor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atazor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atazor habit forming or addictive?
Atazor does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Atazor you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Atazor should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atazor is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atazor
It is safe to take Atazor with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atazor
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Atazor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Reyataz® (atazanavir sulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 194-196