Atazor (Atazanavir)

What is an Atazor Capsule?

Atazor Capsule is an antiviral or antiretroviral medicine. It is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Atazor Capsule should be taken with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen.

How Atazor Capsule Works

Atazor 300 Capsule is an anti-HIV medication. It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.

How To Use Atazor Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Atazor 300 Capsule is to be taken with food.

Benefits Of Atazor Capsule

In HIV infection

Atazor Capsule decreases the amount of HIV in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. It is usually given in combination with other medicines. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side Effects Of Atazor Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Atazor

• Rash
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Cough
• Muscle pain
• Jaundice
• Fever
• Increased bilirubin in the blood

Warnings

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Atazor Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

It is generally considere safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding

It is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

That may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

It is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limit data available suggests that dose adjustment of Atazor Capsule may not be need in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

It should be use with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Atazor Capsule may be need. Please consult your doctor.

Use of it Capsule is not recommend in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

What If You Forget To Take Atazor Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Atazor Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s

1. What is Atazor 300 Capsule use for?

It is use in combination with other anti-retroviral medicines for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1) infection.

2. Does Atazor Capsule cause hyperbilirubinemia?

Yes, hyperbilirubinemia (an increase in the level of bilirubin in the blood) is a known side effect of Atazor Capsule.

3. How does Atazor Capsule work?

This Capsule belong to a group of medications called azapeptide HIV-1 protease inhibitor. It inhibits some viral polypeptides in the HIV-1 infected cells of the body and inhibits and prevents maturation of virus in the cells. It Capsule does not cure HIV infections; it decreases the risks of developing acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and other HIV-related illnesses due to compromised immunity.

4. Does Atazor Capsule cause lipodystrophy?

Yes, lipodystrophy (changes in body fat – build up or loss of body fat) is a known side effect of Atazor Capsule.