What is Atazanavir Capsules
Atazanavir 300 mg Capsule is an antiviral or antiretroviral medicine. It is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Atazanavir 300 mg Capsule should be taken with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen.
What is atazanavir used for
- HIV infection
Benefits of Atazanavir Capsules
In HIV infection
Atazanavir 300 mg Capsule decreases the amount of HIV in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. It is usually given in combination with other medicines. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Atazanavir Capsules
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you worry about them
Common side effects
- Rash
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Cough
- Muscle pain
- Jaundice
- Fever
- Increased bilirubin in the blood
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take this medicine with food.
How Atazanavir Capsules works
Atazanavir 300 mg is an anti-HIV medication. It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is a requirement by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.
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