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Virataz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS.
The correct dosage of Virataz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Virataz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Virataz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Virataz's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Virataz related warnings talks about Virataz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Virataz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Bleeding, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Virataz are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Virataz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Virataz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Virataz is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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Adult(Female) |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Virataz is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Virataz safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Virataz in pregnant women.
Is the use of Virataz safe during breastfeeding?
Virataz has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Virataz on the Kidneys?
Virataz may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Virataz on the Liver?
Virataz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Virataz on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Virataz for the heart.
Virataz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Virataz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Virataz habit forming or addictive?
Virataz does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Virataz, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Virataz can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Virataz is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Virataz in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Virataz
You can take Virataz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Virataz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Virataz with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 194-196