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Buy Videx, didanosine Buy Videx (didanosine) as a treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This drug, used in combination with other antiretroviral drugs will not cure HIV or Aids but can help patients live relatively healthy and normal lives. Didanosine is an antiviral medication that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cells from multiplying in your body. The recommended dosage for Videx is 200 mg twice daily. Evidence supports this as the most effective dosing regime but for some patients (who can not take 2 doses per day) 1 dose of 400 mg is also acceptable. Contraindications: Before taking Videx (didanosine), tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, If you are pregnant, or if you have a history of liver disease; kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis); a history of pancreatitis; or a history of peripheral neuropathy (numbness or tingling in your hands or feet). To read more about Videx, didanosine side effects, Videx, didanosine dosage, and for more useful information about Videx, didanosine, please click the product information link below.  PRODUCT INFORMATION |
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Videx, didanosineChemical NamesDidanosine Ingredients Active Ingredients: Didanosine Non-Active Ingredients: magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium starch glycolate. The tablets are coated with a film that is made of FD&C Yellow No. 6, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 400, polysorbate 80, and titanium dioxide. Indications Videx is used for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. However, this drug is not a cure for HIV infection or aids and it does not prevent the spread of the virus. How It Works Didanosine is an antiviral medication that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cells from multiplying in your body. Didanosine is used to treat HIV, which causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Antiviral drugs help to control HIV infection thereby improving your quality of life and lowering your risk of developing HIV complications Dosage Tablets: Videx extended release (250, 400 mg), Videx (100 mg, 250 mg, 400 mg) The recommended dosage for Videx is 200 mg twice daily. Evidence supports this as the most effective dosing regime but for some patients (who can not take 2 doses per day) 1 dose of 400 mg is also acceptable. The recommended adult total daily dose is based on a body weigh of over 120 lbs. A person weighing less then 120 lbs is recommended a dose of no more then 250 mg per day. Videx should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 30 min before or 2 hours after eating. Precautions Didanosine can pose a life-threatening risk by causing damage to your liver or pancreas. Call your doctor at once if you experience any of these symptoms: severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, fast heart rate, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, low fever, dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Didanosine may also cause a build up of lactic acid in the body. Symptoms include unusual muscle pain and weakness, trouble breathing, fast or uneven heart rate, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and numbness or cold feeling in your arms or legs. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms, even if they are only mild. Do not take Didanosine without telling your doctor if you are pregnant. Didanosine may be harmful to an unborn baby, and may also be more likely to cause pancreatitis in a pregnant woman. HIV can be passed to a baby if the mother is not properly treated during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Take all of your HIV medicines as directed to control your infection while you are pregnant. This drug can sometimes cause severe (and in some cases, fatal) allergic reactions and problems with the liver and blood acid-base balance (lactic acidosis). If you develop symptoms such as rash, fever, fatigue, difficult or rapid breathing, cough, swelling of the throat, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, drowsiness, muscle aches, stomach/abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, stop using this medication immediately and notify your doctor. If you think you have had an allergic reaction to this drug, do not start using it again because more severe, life-threatening problems (such as very low blood pressure and death) could occur. Consult your doctor for more details. If this drug is stopped, then you must continue to be closely monitored by your doctor and have your liver function tested for at least several months.
Drug Interactions
Coadministration of Didanosine and Allopurinol should be avoided because systemic exposure of Didanosine will be increased, which may induce Didanosine-associated toxicity. Coadministration of Didanosine and Ribavirin is contraindicated because exposures of the active metabolite of Didanosine gets increased. Fatal hepatic failure, as well as peripheral neuropathy, pancreatitis, and symptomatic hyperlactatemia/lactic acidosis has been reported in patients taking these two drugs. HIV/AIDS is usually treated with a variety of different drugs. Some HIV medications or antibiotics should not be taken at the same time as Didanosine because they can affect absorption and the levels medicine in your blood stream, pay particular attention to the following drugs: Cipro (ciprofloxacin) should be taken at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after you take Didanosine. Rescriptor (delavirdine) or Crixivan (indinavir) should be taken at least 1 hour before you take didanosine. Viracept (nelfinavir) should be taken at least 1 hour after you take didanosine.Sporanox (Itraconazole) or Nizoral (ketoconazole) should be taken at least 2 hours before you take Didanosine. Always follow your doctor’s prescribing advice and dosage schedule. No not adjust your dosage on your own. Be sure to read all instructions and information provided with each of your medications. If diagnosed with HIV or AIDS you should remain under the care of a trained health professional or doctor. Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice because they can affect the absorption of the medication into your body. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Didanosine. Alcohol may increase the risk of damage to the pancreas and/or liver. Before taking didanosine, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs: allopurinol (Zyloprim); ganciclovir (Cytovene); hydroxyurea (Droxie, Hydrea); methadone (Dolophine, Methadose); ribavirin (Rebetol, Ribasphere, Copegus Virazole); stavudine (Zerit); tenofovir (Viread); antibiotics such as tetracycline (Brodspec, Panmycin, Sumycin), doxycycline (Doryx, Vibramycin), or minocycline (Minocin); or antibiotics such as enoxacin (Penetrex), levofloxacin (Levaquin), lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), moxifloxacin (Avelox), ofloxacin (Floxin), trovafloxacin (Trovan), or norfloxacin (Noroxin). This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with Didanosine. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. Including vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Adverse/Side Effects The most common side effects of Videx include: diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, and rashs. Headache, dizziness, unusual dreams or trouble sleeping may occur. Tell your healthcare provider if you these side effect become overly bothersome or do not not go away. Many people do not have serious side effects from using Videx but other side effects are possible. This medication can cause severe nerve problems in the hands/feet/legs (peripheral neuropathy). Symptoms may include numbness/tingling/pain in the palms of the hand or soles of the feet. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately so that you can be monitored closely. Your doctor may decide to reduce or stop your dose of didanosine. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any of these rare but very serious side effects: vision problems (blurred vision, difficulty seeing colors). Changes in body fat (such as increased fat in the upper back and stomach areas, decreased fat in the arms and legs). The cause and effects of these changes are unknown. Discuss the risks and benefits of therapy with your doctor, as well as the possible role of exercise to reduce this side effect. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes, increased thirst, increased urination, change in amount of urine, seizures. This medication may cause changes in your body fat (increased fat in the upper back and stomach, decreased fat in the arms and legs). The cause and long-term effects of these changes are unknown. Discuss the risks and benefits of therapy, and how exercise might reduce this side effect, with your doctor. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash, extreme tiredness, achiness, stomach pain, swelling, trouble breathing, cough, sore throat. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of side effects. Please contact doctor to discuss risks involved when taking Videx. Overdose Symptoms of overdose include: numbness or tingling, joint pain, severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, fast heart rate, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. If you suspect overdose, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Storage Instructions Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Keep away from moisture and light. Store out of the reach of children and pets. |
