Information about Zalcitabine

Generic Name : Zalcitabine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Zalcitabine are provided here.

Pronunciation : zal-SITE-ah-been

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Zalcitabine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y41.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antiretroviral Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Zalcitabine

International :

Hivid

Why is Zalcitabine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NARTI), prescribed for HIV infection. It works by blocking the growth of HIV.

When should Zalcitabine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Zalcitabine?

PO- The recommended regimen is one 0.750 mg tablet 3 times per day.

How should Zalcitabine be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.

What are the warnings and precautions for Zalcitabine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nervous disease, heart or liver disease, hepatitis B, kidney problems, diabetes, AIDS, high cholesterol, inflammation of the pancreas, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It dose not stop the spread of infection to others’, avoid sexual contact with others.

What are the side effects of Zalcitabine?

Central Nervous System - Fatigue, headache, convulsions, nerve disease, depression.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, constipation.
Skin - Rash, itching and hives.
Miscellaneous - Fever, mouth ulcer, abnormal liver function, inflammation of pancreas, joint pain.