Viraday Information

Viraday is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Viraday also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Viraday is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Viraday include Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Dizziness. Such side effects of Viraday normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Viraday's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Viraday's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Viraday related warnings section.

Viraday can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Viraday in conditions like Kidney Disease.

Drug interactions for Viraday have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Viraday, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Viraday Benefits & Uses
Viraday Dosage & How to Take
Viraday Side Effects
Viraday Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Viraday with Other Drugs
Viraday Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Viraday
Viraday Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Viraday Benefits & Uses

Viraday is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Viraday 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Emtricitabine (600 mg), Tenofovir (300 mg), Efavirenz (200 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Emtricitabine (600 mg), Tenofovir (300 mg), Efavirenz (200 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Emtricitabine (600 mg), Tenofovir (300 mg), Efavirenz (200 mg)/Tablet

Viraday Related Warnings

Is the use of Viraday safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Viraday safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Viraday. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Viraday on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Viraday on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Viraday on the Liver?

Information about safety of Viraday for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Viraday on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Viraday on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Viraday with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Methotrexate

Viraday Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Viraday

Is this Viraday habit forming or addictive?

Viraday does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Viraday can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Viraday only as per medical advice.

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

No, Viraday is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Viraday Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Viraday

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Viraday together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Viraday

Information about the interaction of Viraday and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Package Leaflet Information For The User [Internet]: Tenofovir disoproxil 245 mg film-coated tablets. Accord Healthcare Limited

Package leaflet Information for the patient [Internet]: Efavirenz 600 mg Film-coated Tablets. Mylan

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