Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

Treatment of HIV infection

In Treatment of HIV infection : Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet controls HIV infection by preventing the virus from multiplying in the body. It also helps your immnune system to work better and may decrease your chance of developing HIV-related illnesses such as AIDS. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor�s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. Taking Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet along with practicing safer sex and making other lifestyle changes may decrease the risk of transmitting the HIV virus to other people.

Side effects of Cytocom E Tablet The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you�re worried about them Common side effects of Cytocom EHeadache Tiredness Nausea Dizziness Drowsiness Vomiting Diarrhea Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)Nightmares Skin rash Muscle damage Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

How to use Cytocom E Tablet Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Cytocom E Tablet works Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Lamivudine, Zidovudine and Efavirenz. They work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.

Alcohol

Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet .

Pregnancy

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.Use of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

If a dose of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections. Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to reduce side effects. Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time. Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet and 12 weeks after stopping it. It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor. Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin. Do not stop taking Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet without your doctor�s advice.

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