Synfovir 300mg Tablet
Introduction to Synfovir 300mg Tablet
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, trouble sleeping, headache, and rash. These are usually not serious but inform your doctor if they bother you or will not go away. It can also increase the risk of bone loss (osteoporosis) if you take it for a long time. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor. Some people may put on weight while taking medicines to treat HIV/AIDS.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease or bone problems. While taking it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts, liver function, and kidney function. Since this medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness, do not drive until you know how it affects you. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.
Safety Advice for Synfovir 300mg Tablet
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Synfovir 300mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Synfovir 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Synfovir 300mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
How Synfovir 300mg Tablet works
Synfovir 300mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
How To Use Synfovir 300mg Tablet
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Synfovir 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Side Effects Of Synfovir 300mg Tablet
- Rash
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
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FAQ's on Synfovir 300mg Tablet
Can I breastfeed while receiving treatment with Synfovir for chronic HBV infection?
No, you should not breastfeed your baby since small amounts of Synfovir pass into breast milk. Further, if your baby does not have HIV or HBV, there is a chance that the baby can get HIV or HBV through breastfeeding.
For how long do I need to take Synfovir for HBV infection?
Duration of treatment will depend on the severity of HBV infection. You will need to take periodic blood tests to keep a check on the viral load and number of T cells. Your doctor will then decide the duration of the medicine accordingly. In some cases, treatment is required life long.
I vomited after taking Synfovir. What should I do?
Take another tablet of Synfovir if you vomit within 1 hour of taking it. If you vomit after more than an hour of taking Synfovir, then you need not take another tablet. Consult your doctor if you have vomiting every time you take Synfovir or if the vomiting persists for a longer duration.
Is Synfovir safe?
Synfovir is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctors instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
What should I do if I forget to take Synfovir?
If you forget to take Synfovir within 12 hours of the time you usually take it, you should take Synfovir with food as soon as possible and resume the normal dosing schedule. If you miss a dose of Synfovir by more than 12 hours and it is almost time for the next dose, you should not take the missed dose and simply resume the usual dosing schedule.
How should I take Synfovir?
You should take Synfovir in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Synfovir works best when taken with meals or just afterwards. However, taking it without food does not reduce its effectiveness. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.
Does Synfovir prevent passing of HIV-1 and HBV to others?
In case of HIV-1 infection, Synfovir may reduce the risk of passing the virus to others, but the chances of infecting others still persist. However, in case of HBV infection, Synfovir has not proven to reduce risk of transferring the virus to others. Therefore, the patients of both HIV-1 infection and HBV infection should practice safe sex and should not share dirty needles.
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- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Synfovir 300mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Synfovir 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Synfovir 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Synfovir 300mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.