Atazanavir (Systemic)
Brand Names : Reyataz
Proper Use of This MedicineIt is important that atazanavir be taken with food.
Dosing - The dose of atazanavir may 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 atazanavir. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so. The number of capsules that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
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For oral
dosage form (capsules):
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For treatment of HIV infection:
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Adults - 400 mg once daily
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Children (3 months and older) - Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor.
Note:
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This medicine may be taken in combination with other medicines that
are used to treat HIV infection. Check with your health care professional
for information and dose amounts. |
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it
as soon as you remember. However, if it is within 6 hours of 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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Do not store 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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your
health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not
use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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