Ricovir Em Information

Ricovir Em is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Ricovir Em has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Ricovir Em depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Ricovir Em side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ricovir Em are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Ricovir Em since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ricovir Em are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Ricovir Em with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Ricovir Em Benefits & Uses

Ricovir Em is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Ricovir Em 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: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 200 mg emtricitabine and 25 mg tenofovir
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 100 mg emtricitabine and 150 mg tenofovir, patients having weight between 17 to 22 kg should take
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 200 mg emtricitabine and 25 mg tenofovir
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 200 mg emtricitabine and 25 mg tenofovir

Ricovir Em Related Warnings

Is the use of Ricovir Em safe for pregnant women?

Ricovir EM is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ricovir Em safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ricovir EM for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ricovir Em on the Kidneys?

Ricovir EM has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ricovir Em on the Liver?

Ricovir EM is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ricovir Em on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ricovir EM on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Ricovir Em with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Adefovir

Amikacin

Moderate

Metformin

Ricovir Em Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Ricovir Em

Is this Ricovir Em habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ricovir Em is addictive.

Ricovir Em Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ricovir Em

Taking Ricovir Em with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ricovir Em

Consumption of alcohol and Ricovir Em together may have severe effects on your health.