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Atazanavir

Latest prescription information about Atazanavir. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Atazanavir
Pronunciation : A-ta-ZAN-a-vir
Trade Name(s): 
India- Atazor cap.
International- Reyataz.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is an antiretroviral drug, prescribed for HIV/AIDS. It inhibits HIV protease and blocks the formation of new virus cells.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


It should not be co-administered with antimycobacterials, antineoplastics, benzodiazepines, ergot derivatives, GI Motility Agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors, neuroleptic, PDE5 inhibitor and contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.


When it is to be taken : 
Initial – Adult- the recommended dose is 300 mg with ritonavir 100 mg once daily as single dose.
The recommended dose is 400 mg (without ritonavir) once daily.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with food.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney problems or who are on dialysis, blood disorder, diabetes, heart problems or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
* Avoid sexual contact during the treatment period.
* It may raise blood sugar level; monitor blood sugar regularly while taking this medication.
Side Effects : 
Body as a Whole - Headache.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, jaundice, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
Central Nervous System - Sleeplessness, dizziness and nerve damage.
Skin - Rash.
Other Precautions : 
* Monitor liver and heart functions, bilirubin levels and cholesterol levels regularly while taking this medication.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at room temperature (25° C), and in an airtight container. Keep away from children.

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