Nevirapine



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  • Contains / Salt: Nevirapine


Nevirapine Information



Nevirapine Benefits & Uses

Nevirapine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nevirapine 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: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: First 14 days given 200 mg once daily,after that 200 mg, twice daily
Geriatric
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: First 14 days given 200 mg once daily,after that 200 mg, twice daily
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 35 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: First 14 days given 35 mg once daily, after that given 35 mg, twice daily, Dose:150 mg/m²
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 57 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: First 14 days 57 given once daily, after that given 57 mg, twice daily, Dose:150 mg/m²
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: First 14 days 150 given once daily, after that given 150 mg, twice daily, Dose: 150 mg/m²
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: First 14 days given 200 mg once daily,after that 200 mg, twice daily


Nevirapine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nevirapine is used -

Moderate

Mild

Unknown

Nevirapine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Nevirapine safe for pregnant women?


    Nevirapine is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Nevirapine safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can safely use Nevirapine.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Nevirapine on the Kidneys?


    Nevirapine does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Nevirapine on the Liver?


    Nevirapine has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Nevirapine on the Heart?


    Nevirapine is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Nevirapine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Nevirapine Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Nevirapine

  • Is this Nevirapine habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Nevirapine.

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


    After taking Nevirapine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Nevirapine can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Nevirapine only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Nevirapine is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Nevirapine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Nevirapine


    It is safe to take Nevirapine with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Nevirapine


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Nevirapine.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 809



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