Stavir 40 Mg

Stavir 40 Mg Capsule is an antiviral medicine which is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Stavir 40 Mg medicine is not a cure for HIV. Stavir 40 Mg only prevents the virus from multiplying in your body. Monitoring of kidney function may be necessary while receiving this medicine based on the clinical condition.

Drug = Stavudine

Strength = 40 Mg

Manufacturer = Cipla Ltd

How To Take

Take Stavir 40 Mg medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Stavir 40 Mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Dosage

Stavir 30 Mg Capsule

Stavir 40 Mg Capsule

Side Effects

Taste change

Headache

Nausea

Diarrhea

Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

Dizziness

Cough

Abdominal pain

Throat pain

Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)

Warning

Stavir 40 Mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Stavir 40 Mg Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. Stavir 40 Mg Capsule may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Stavir 40 Mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Stavir 40 Mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Stavir 40 Mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Stavir 40 Mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking Stavir 40 Mg Capsule. You may need to stop taking this medicine.