Atazanavir Information
Atazanavir Benefits & Uses
Atazanavir is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Atazanavir 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
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Atazanavir Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atazanavir is used -
Moderate
- Increased Cholesterol level in blood
- Increased Bilrubin Level
Mild
- Rash
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea or vomiting
- पेट दर्द
- Diarrhoea
- Cough
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Atazanavir Related Warnings
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Is the use of Atazanavir safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Atazanavir safely.
Safe -
Is the use of Atazanavir safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Atazanavir as it bears very minor side effects for them.
Mild -
What is the effect of Atazanavir on the Kidneys?
Atazanavir rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Atazanavir on the Liver?
Atazanavir is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Atazanavir on the Heart?
You can take Atazanavir without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Atazanavir with Other Drugs
Atazanavir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Atazanavir Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atazanavir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Diabetes
- Bleeding
- Graves' Disease
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Heart Disease
- Hemophilia
- Jaundice
Frequently asked Questions about Atazanavir
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Is this Atazanavir habit forming or addictive?
Atazanavir is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Atazanavir as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Atazanavir is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Atazanavir for mental disorders.
No
Atazanavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Atazanavir
Taking Atazanavir with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Atazanavir
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Atazanavir with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Reyataz® (atazanavir sulfate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 810
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