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Maraviroc
Latest prescription information about Maraviroc. 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 : Maraviroc
Pronunciation : MAR-a-VIR-ok
Therapeutic Classification : antivirals
Trade Name(s):
International- Selzentry. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with severe kidney problems, who are taking St. John's wort, and hypersensitivity.
When it is to be taken : Adult- The recommended dose is 1 300 mg tablet, two times a day. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of low blood pressure, dizziness, hepatitis B or C, liver, heart or kidney disease, who are on dialysis, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children less than 16 years old, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Avoid contact with people who have infections. * Patient may develop with increased risk of cancer; consult with your doctor about this risk before taking this medication. * It does not stop the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contact, sharing of needles, or injection supplies. Side Effects : Most Common - Upper respiratory tract infections, cough, fever, rash, dizziness, diarrhea, fluid retention, influenza, mouth infection and sleep disorders. Eye and ENT - Eye inflammation/infections and ear infections. Gastrointestinal - Constipation and appetite disorders. General - Fever and infections. Musculoskeletal- Joint pain and muscle pain. Central Nervous System - Dizziness, tingling, abnormal sensation, unconsciousness, nerve disease, sleep disturbance, depression and anxiety. Genitourinary - Bladder and urethral symptoms and urinary tract infection. Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection, pneumonia, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, nose block, breathing problems and sinus disorders. Skin - Rash, itching, redness and skin cancer. Heart - High blood pressure. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (25°C). |
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