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USES OF VIROPIL TABLET

  • Used to treat HIV infection

HOW VIROPIL TABLET WORKS

VIROPIL TABLET helps to control HIV infection where Dolutegravir inhibits an enzyme (HIV integrase) by binding to the active site and interrupts the HIV replication cycle, resulting in the inhibition of viral activity, and Tenofovir and Lamivudine inhibit HIV replication through incorporation into viral DNA by the enzyme HIV reverse transcriptase, resulting in obstruction of viral DNA synthesis.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take VIROPIL TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF VIROPIL TABLET

COMMON

  • Trouble sleeping
  • Diarrhea
  • Pain
  • Tiredness
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Depression
  • Fever, cough (in children)

RARE

Stop taking VIROPIL TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

  • Risk of inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
  • New or worsening of existing kidney problems (kidney failure)
  • Bone problems (bone pain, softening or thinning which may lead to fractures)
  • Changes in immune system
  • Lactic acidosis (extreme weakness or tiredness, unusual muscle pain, trouble breathing, stomach pain with nausea and vomiting, cold arms and legs, dizziness, light-headedness, fast or irregular heartbeat)
  • Worsening of hepatitis B infection
  • Allergic reaction (rash, fever, feeling generally unwell, tiredness, muscle or joint pain, blisters or sores in mouth, blisters or peeling of the skin, redness or swelling of the eyes, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or trouble breathing)
  • Serious liver problems (yellow skin or the white part of eyes, dark urine, light-colored stools, loss of appetite for several days or longer, nausea, vomiting, pain, or softness on the right side of stomach area)

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea or Vomiting:

Take VIROPIL TABLET with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. Get adequate rest. Drink lots of fluids, especially water. Have small sips if you feel sick. Do not take any medicine for nausea or vomiting without asking your doctor.

Headache:

Drink ample amount of water. Get adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and stress free. Ask your doctor before taking any medicine for headache.

Diarrhea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller meals more frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

VIROPIL TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if considered necessary by your doctor. Consult your doctor for advice.

BREASTFEEDING

VIROPIL TABLET should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by your doctor. Consult your doctor for advice.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or use any machines if you feel dizzy after taking VIROPIL TABLET.

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking VIROPIL TABLET as it may cause bone problems.

KIDNEY

VIROPIL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems or receive kidney dialysis treatment. Consult your doctor before taking it.

LIVER

VIROPIL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems including hepatitis B infection. Consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

Do not take VIROPIL TABLET if you are allergic to Dolutegravir, Lamivudine, Tenofovir or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.