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Zidohope is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. HIV/AIDS are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Zidohope depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zidohope can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zidohope 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 Zidohope is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zidohope's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zidohope related warnings section.
Zidohope can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zidohope in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zidohope contraindications section.
Besides this, Zidohope may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Zidohope is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zidohope 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 Zidohope safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Zidohope. It is best to stop taking Zidohope immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zidohope safe during breastfeeding?
Zidohope can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Zidohope on the Kidneys?
Zidohope rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zidohope on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zidohope on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zidohope on the Heart?
Side effects of Zidohope rarely affect the heart.
Zidohope should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zidohope unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zidohope habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zidohope.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zidohope you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Zidohope is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zidohope is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zidohope
Taking Zidohope with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zidohope
Taking Zidohope with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Retrovir® (zidovudine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 806-807
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1286-1288
