Zidovudine Benefits & Uses

Zidovudine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Zidovudine Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zidovudine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zidovudine is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Erythema
Confusion
Depression
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Chest Pain
Wheezing

Mild

Fatigue
Headache
Nausea or vomiting

Zidovudine Related Warnings

Is the use of Zidovudine safe for pregnant women?

Zidovudine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zidovudine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Zidovudine safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zidovudine. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zidovudine on the Kidneys?

Zidovudine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zidovudine on the Liver?

Side effects of Zidovudine rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zidovudine on the Heart?

Zidovudine is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zidovudine with Other Drugs

Zidovudine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Probenecid

Ganciclovir

Adefovir

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Mild

Fluconazole

Zidovudine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zidovudine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Zidovudine

Is this Zidovudine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zidovudine.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zidovudine as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zidovudine should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Zidovudine for mental disorders.

No

Zidovudine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zidovudine

It is safe to take Zidovudine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zidovudine

Consuming Zidovudine with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe