Odivir Benefits & Uses

Odivir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis B

Other Benefits

HIV/AIDS
Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Odivir 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: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for children weighing 25 kg or more

Odivir Related Warnings

Is the use of Odivir safe for pregnant women?

Odivir can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Moderate
Is the use of Odivir safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Odivir for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Odivir on the Kidneys?

Using Odivir does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Odivir on the Liver?

Odivir may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Odivir on the Heart?

Odivir may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Odivir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Adefovir

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Adefovir

Allopurinol

Ribavirin

Ofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moderate

Mild

Sulfamethoxazole,Trimethoprim

Odivir Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Pancreatitis
Peripheral Neuropathy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Liver Disease
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Heart Disease
High Cholesterol

Frequently asked Questions about Odivir

Is this Odivir habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Odivir .

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Odivir . So it is best to avoid driving.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Odivir only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Odivir for mental disorders.

No

Odivir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Odivir

Taking Odivir with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Odivir

Taking alcohol with Odivir can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sustiva® (efavirenz)

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