Stavudine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Zerit, d4T
Proper Use of This MedicineTake this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor
. Do not take
more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time
than your doctor ordered. Also, do not stop taking this medicine without checking
with your doctor first.
Keep taking stavudine for the full time of treatment
, even if you begin to feel better.
This medicine works best when there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep the amount constant, do not miss any doses
.
If you need help in planning the best times to take your medicine, check with
your health care professional.
Only take medicine that your doctor has prescribed specifically for you.
Do not share your medicine with others.
Dosing - The dose of stavudine will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label
. The following information includes only the
average doses of stavudine. Your dose may be different if you have kidney
disease. If your dose is different, do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so:
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For oral
dosage forms (capsules, oral
solution):
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For treatment of HIV infection:
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Adults and teenagers weighing 60 kilograms (kg) (132 pounds) or more - 40
milligrams (mg) every twelve hours.
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Adults and teenagers weighing up to 60 kg (132 pounds) - 30 mg
every twelve hours.
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Children weighing 30 kg (66 pounds) or more - 30 mg every twelve
hours.
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Infants and children at least 14 days old and weighing
less than 30 kg (66 pounds) - 1 mg per kg (0.45 mg per pound) of body
weight, every twelve hours.
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Infants from birth to 13 days old - 0.5 mg per kg of body weight,
every twelve hours
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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 dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Store the oral solution form in the refrigerator. However, keep the
medicine from freezing.
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Do not store the capsules in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink,
or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break
down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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