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Daruvir is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. HIV/AIDS are some of its major therapeutic uses. Daruvir also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Daruvir is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Daruvir can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Daruvir normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Daruvir's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Daruvir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Daruvir is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Jaundice, Hepatitis B as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Daruvir have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Daruvir may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Daruvir, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Daruvir 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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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 Daruvir safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Daruvir for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Daruvir safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Daruvir for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Daruvir on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Daruvir on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Daruvir on the Liver?
Daruvir may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Daruvir on the Heart?
Daruvir has very mild side effects on the heart.
Daruvir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Daruvir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Daruvir habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Daruvir.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Daruvir does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Daruvir is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Daruvir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Daruvir
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Daruvir and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Daruvir
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Daruvir with alcohol.
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; Prezista (darunavir)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Prezcobix® (darunavir)