Zalcitabine (Systemic)
Brand Names : HIVID, ddC
Precautions While Using This MedicineIt is very important that your doctor check your progress at
regular visits
.
Do not take any other medicines without checking with
your doctor first
. To do so may increase the chance of side effects
from zalcitabine.
HIV may be acquired from or spread to other people through infected body
fluids, including blood, vaginal fluid, or semen. If
you are infected, it is best to avoid any sexual activity involving an exchange
of body fluids with other people. If you do have sex,
always wear (or have your partner wear) a condom (�rubber�)
.
Only use condoms made of latex, and use them every time
you have vaginal, anal, or oral sex
. The use of a spermicide (such
as nonoxynol-9) may also help prevent transmission of HIV if it is not irritating
to the vagina, rectum, or mouth. Spermicides have been shown to kill HIV in
lab tests. Do not use oil-based jelly, cold cream, baby oil, or shortening
as a lubricant - these products can cause the condom to break. Lubricants
without oil, such as K-Y Jelly
, are recommended.
Women may wish to carry their own condoms. Birth control pills and diaphragms
will help protect against pregnancy, but they will not prevent someone from
giving or getting the AIDS virus. If you inject drugs
, get help to stop. Do not share needles or equipment
with anyone
. In some cities, more than half of the drug users are infected,
and sharing even 1 needle or syringe can spread the virus. If you have any
questions about this, check with your health care professional.
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