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Zilion is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zilion. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Zilion side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zilion go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Zilion has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zilion related warnings talks about Zilion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Zilion since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zilion are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Zilion have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Zilion is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zilion 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 Zilion safe for pregnant women?
Zilion may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Zilion, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zilion safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Zilion. If you see any side effects, stop taking Zilion immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Zilion again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zilion on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zilion on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zilion on the Liver?
Zilion has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zilion on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zilion on the heart have been reported.
Zilion 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 Zilion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zilion habit forming or addictive?
Zilion is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zilion, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zilion can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Zilion is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zilion is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zilion
Taking Zilion with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zilion
Taking Zilion 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
