Ribavirin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Copegus, Rebetol, Virazole, Virazid, tribavirin
Proper Use of This MedicineTo help clear
up your infection completely, ribavirin must be given
for the full time of treatment
, even if you or your child begins to
feel better after a few days. Also, ribavirin for inhalation works best when
there is a constant amount in the lungs. To help keep the amount constant,
ribavirin must be given on a regular or continuous schedule.
It is important that you read the patient information
that comes with this medicine. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.
A negative pregnancy test is needed in women who are
of childbearing age before starting treatment with oral ribavirin. Two forms
of birth control must be used during oral ribavirin treatment and for six
months after treatment ends.
Dosing - The dose of ribavirin 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 ribavirin. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
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For the inhalation
dosage form:
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For treatment of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection:
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Adults and teenagers - Dose has not been determined since this
medicine is not usually prescribed for teenagers or adults.
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Infants and children - Dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For the oral
dosage form:
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For the treatment of HIV infection:
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For oral
dosage forms (capsules):
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Adults and children - Dose must be determined by your doctor
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For oral
dosage form (oral solution):
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Adults and teenagers - Dose must be determined by your doctor.
The oral solution form of this medicine is not usually prescribed for teenagers
or adults
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Children - Dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For oral
dosage form (tablets):
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Adults - Dose must be determined by your doctor.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor. The
tablet form of this medicine is not usually prescribed for children
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