Zepdon 400 Mg

Zepdon 400 Mg is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of HIV infection in adults. Zepdon 400 Mg is most commonly used in combination with other HIV medicines. Zepdon 400 Mgbelongs to the class (group) of HIV drugs called integrase inhibitors. These inhibitors block the HIV enzyme called integrase. By blocking these integrase, integrase inhibitors prevent the HIV virus from multiplying and thus can reduce the amount of HIV in the body. Though HIV medicines can’t cure HIV/AIDS, but by taking a combination of HIV medicines which are called an HIV regimen, every day helps patients with HIV live longer, healthier lives. The taking of HIV medicines also reduce the risk of HIV transmission.

Zepdon 400 Mg should not be taken if: you are allergic to Zepdon 400 Mg or any other related medicines. If you have liver problems or a history of a muscle disorder. If you have a high level of creatine kinase. If you have phenylketonuria. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Serious side effects of Zepdon 400 Mg include allergic reactions, skin reactions and liver problems.

Drug = Raltegravir

Strength = 400 Mg

Manufacturer = Cipla Ltd.

How To Take

Take Zepdon 400 Mg medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zepdon 400 Mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Dosage

Zepdon 400 Mg Tablet

Side Effects

Blood in urine

Fast heartbeat

Fever

Hoarseness

Irritation

Tightness of chest

Loss of appetite

Nausea and Vomiting

Redness of skin

Upper right stomach pain

Warnings

Pregnancy :Zepdon 400 Mg medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding :Zepdon 400 Mg medicine is recommended for use in breastfeeding women only in life-threatening conditions. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms syndrome :Zepdon 400 Mg medicine should be used with caution since it may cause a Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) syndrome. Appropriate corrective measures may need to be taken or therapy may need to be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Myopathy :Zepdon 400 Mg medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of myopathy or increase in serum creatine kinase levels due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Autoimmune disorders :Zepdon 400 Mg medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of autoimmune disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.