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Zidovir 300 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
The right dosage of Zidovir 300 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zidovir 300 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zidovir 300 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Zidovir 300 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zidovir 300 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zidovir 300 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zidovir 300 Tablet in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Zidovir 300 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Zidovir 300 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Zidovir 300 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zidovir 300 Tablet 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 300 Tablet 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 300 Tablet 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 300 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zidovir rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zidovir 300 Tablet on the Liver?
Zidovir is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zidovir 300 Tablet on the Heart?
Zidovir has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zidovir 300 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zidovir 300 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Zidovir 300 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zidovir 300 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Zidovir 300 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zidovir 300 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zidovir 300 Tablet
Taking Zidovir 300 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zidovir 300 Tablet
Taking Zidovir 300 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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