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Viread is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. HIV/AIDS are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Viread have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Viread. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Viread as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Viread are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Viread is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Viread related warnings talks about Viread's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Viread is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Viread have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Viread may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Viread is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Viread 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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Is the use of Viread safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Viread safely.
Is the use of Viread safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Viread on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Viread on the Kidneys?
Viread rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Viread on the Liver?
Viread is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Viread on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Viread on the heart have been reported.
Viread 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 Viread unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Viread habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Viread is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Viread can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Viread only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Viread is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Viread
Taking Viread with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Viread
Consuming Viread with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1179
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 803-804
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Viread® (tenofovir disoproxil fumarate)