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Zidovir is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zidovir. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Zidovir have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zidovir normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zidovir is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zidovir has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zidovir related warnings section.
Zidovir 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 contraindications of Zidovir have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Zidovir may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zidovir, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zidovir 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 Zidovir safe for pregnant women?
Zidovir can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zidovir right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Zidovir safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zidovir. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zidovir on the Kidneys?
Zidovir rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zidovir on the Liver?
Zidovir is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zidovir on the Heart?
Zidovir has very mild side effects on the heart.
Zidovir 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 Zidovir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zidovir habit forming or addictive?
Zidovir does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zidovir you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Zidovir is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zidovir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zidovir
Taking Zidovir with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zidovir
Taking Zidovir 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
