Mylan-Nevirapine
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Viramune?;Viramune? XRT
Brand Names: Canada:
Auro-Nevirapine;Mylan-Nevirapine;Teva-Nevirapine;Viramune?;Viramune? XR
Uses
- It is used to treat HIV infection.
- It is used during labor in women who have HIV but have not been treated.
- Nevirapine works to harm the virus and fight the infection.
Dosing
How to take
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- Use as you have been told, even if you are feeling better.
- Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- Long-acting tablet: Swallow it whole. Do not chew, break, or crush it.
- Liquid:
- Shake well before use.
- Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given. If liquid (suspension) is poured in a cup, rinse the cup with water and drink to get all of the drug.
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