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Zidovex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. HIV/AIDS are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Zidovex 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zidovex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Zidovex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Zidovex's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zidovex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zidovex related warnings section.
Zidovex is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zidovex contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zidovex have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Zidovex is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zidovex 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 Zidovex safe for pregnant women?
Zidovex may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zidovex again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zidovex safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zidovex. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zidovex on the Kidneys?
Zidovex rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zidovex on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zidovex on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zidovex on the Heart?
Zidovex is rarely harmful for the heart.
Zidovex 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 Zidovex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zidovex habit forming or addictive?
Zidovex does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zidovex. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Zidovex should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zidovex for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zidovex
Taking Zidovex with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zidovex
Taking alcohol with Zidovex can be dangerous.
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; 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