Vonavir Information

Vonavir, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Vonavir have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vonavir. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Vonavir are Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Dizziness. Usually, these side effects of Vonavir go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Vonavir's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Vonavir has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vonavir related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Vonavir have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Vonavir is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Vonavir Benefits & Uses

Vonavir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Vonavir 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

Vonavir Related Warnings

Is the use of Vonavir safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Vonavir. If you are pregnant, do not take Vonavir without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Vonavir safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Vonavir on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Vonavir for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Vonavir on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Vonavir on the Heart?

Information about safety of Vonavir for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Vonavir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Methotrexate

Vonavir Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Vonavir

Is this Vonavir habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Vonavir has not been reported.

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 Vonavir can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Vonavir 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?

No, Vonavir cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Vonavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vonavir

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Vonavir, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Vonavir

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

Unknown

See all substitutes for Vonavir

Viraday Tablet - ₹3705
Vonavir Tablet - ₹3900
Forstavir Tablet - ₹2380
Teevir Tablet - ₹3000
Forstavir EM Tablet - ₹1272
Tofoday Tablet - ₹4330
Trustiva Tablet - ₹3800
Virotrenz Tablet - ₹3900
Efavirenz + Tenofovir + Emtricitabine Tablet - ₹3200

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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

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Package Leaflet Information For The User [Internet]: Emtriva 200 mg hard capsules Emtricitabine. Gilead Sciences Ireland UC

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

Vonavir Tablet