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This eMedTV article examines various HIV tests, such as blood tests, urine tests, and oral tests. People are encouraged to see a doctor for HIV tests, because most home-based tests are not FDA-approved, so they are not considered accurate.
HIV transmission typically occurs through sharing needles or having unprotected sex with an infected person. This eMedTV resource discusses the ways HIV transmission occurs, as well as the ways in which it doesn't.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Hivid as part of a treatment plan for HIV or AIDS. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Hivid, explaining how the drug works, possible side effects, and tips for when and how to take the medication.
It is not known if Hivid passes through breast milk. This portion of the eMedTV library explains that there has been no research done on Hivid and breastfeeding, and discusses why it is generally recommended that women with HIV avoid breastfeeding.
This eMedTV page explains why it is not known if it is safe to take Hivid during pregnancy. This page also discusses the results of animal studies involving Hivid and pregnancy, and explains why Hivid is classified as a pregnancy Category C medicine.
This eMedTV Web page explains that the recommended Hivid dosage when treating HIV or AIDS is 0.75 mg three times a day (every eight hours). This page also covers general Hivid dosing guidelines and offers some tips for taking the medication.
This eMedTV resource explores potential Hivid drug interactions with other drugs, such as certain antibiotics and some antacids. This page also covers how these interactions can increase your risk of side effects or cause Hivid to be less effective.
HIV is a prescription medicine used for treating HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV presentation discusses Hivid, including its possible side effects, interactions, and warnings.
This part of the eMedTV Web site describes possible symptoms of a Hivid overdose, such as vomiting, fever, and unusual sensations (such as burning or numbness). This page also covers possible treatment options and factors that affect overdose effects.
Some of the most commonly reported Hivid side effects include nausea, fatigue, and diarrhea. This eMedTV Web page also takes an in-depth look at some of the more serious side effects, such as seizures, unusual bleeding or bruising, and depression.
Hivid is used for the treatment of HIV and AIDS in adults and adolescents. This eMedTV page explains how Hivid uses also extend to preventing HIV infection in people exposed to the virus (such as accidents involving a contaminated needle).
Hivid Warnings and Precautions
Hivid appears to increase the risk of lymphoma (a certain cancer) and congestive heart failure. This part of the eMedTV archives takes an in-depth look at several Hivid warnings and precautions, including who should not take the medication.
Invirase is typically prescribed to treat HIV or AIDS. This selection from the eMedTV Web site provides an overview of Invirase, including information on how the drug works, possible side effects, and tips for when and how to take the drug.
Women who are taking Invirase are typically advised to avoid breastfeeding. This page from the eMedTV Web site discusses Invirase and breastfeeding in more detail, and explains why it may be dangerous for women who have HIV to breastfeed.
In general, it is probably safe to take Invirase during pregnancy. However, as this eMedTV article explains, no animal studies involving Invirase and pregnancy have been done with the combination of ritonavir (which is always taken with Invirase).
As this eMedTV Web page explains, the recommended Invirase dosage for treating HIV or AIDS in adults is 1000 mg twice daily (along with 100 mg of ritonavir twice daily). This page also provides some tips for when and how to take the medication.
This eMedTV Web segment looks at Invirase, a drug used to treat HIV and AIDS. Information includes its dosing, possible side effects, warnings, and precautions.
Some of the drugs that may interact with Invirase include birth control pills, digoxin, and warfarin. This eMedTV resource outlines other medicines that may cause Invirase drug interactions and describes the problems these interactions can cause.
If you take too much Invirase, you should contact your doctor right away. This eMedTV page explains that if you experience an Invirase overdose, a doctor may have to pump your stomach or treat the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose.
Nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue are among the most common Invirase side effects. This portion of the eMedTV archives outlines other possible side effects of Invirase and describes which ones should be reported to your healthcare provider.
Invirase is approved for use in combination with other medicines to treat HIV and AIDS in adults. This eMedTV page further discusses Invirase uses, including off-label uses and whether it is used in children. This page also covers how Invirase works.
Invirase Warnings and Precautions
Invirase may cause high blood sugar and can make liver problems worse. This segment of the eMedTV library highlights other important information on Invirase warnings and precautions, including a list of those who should not take the medication.
If you have certain health problems, you should talk to your doctor before using selenium supplements. This eMedTV page further explains what you should know before taking selenium. Safety precautions on who should not use it are also included.
Isentress is a prescription drug that is used in combination with other HIV medicines to treat HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV article describes how Isentress works, offers general dosing guidelines, and provides some general precautions for the drug.
Women are generally advised to avoid Isentress while breastfeeding. This eMedTV Web page contains more information about Isentress and breastfeeding, and explains why it may be dangerous to nurse an infant if you have HIV or AIDS.
Isentress may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This article from the eMedTV library provides more information on Isentress and pregnancy, and describes why the FDA has classified Isentress as a pregnancy Category C medication.
For treating HIV or AIDS in adults, the recommended Isentress dosage is one 400-mg tablet twice a day. This eMedTV segment contains other important Isentress dosing guidelines and offers tips on when and how to take the medication.
If rifampin, tipranavir, or other medications are combined with Isentress, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV page lists the drugs that can interact with Isentress and explains how to avoid the complications these interactions may cause.
This eMedTV Web page looks at Isentress, a medicine to treat HIV and AIDS. Information discussed includes side effects (both common and rare), drug interactions, and warnings.
You should seek immediate medical attention if you believe you have taken too much Isentress. This part of the eMedTV Web site describes what to expect if you experience an Isentress overdose and discusses possible treatment options.
Some of the most common Isentress side effects include diarrhea, headaches, and nausea. This part of the eMedTV archives lists other common side effects of the drug and describes potentially serious side effects that may require prompt medical care.
Isentress is used for treating HIV infection and AIDS in adults. This selection from the eMedTV Web site describes how the drug works to prevent the HIV virus from multiplying and explains why the drug is not approved for use in children.
Isentress Warnings and Precautions
Missing Isentress doses may cause the HIV virus to become resistant to the drug. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at other Isentress warnings and precautions, and explains what you should tell your doctor about before starting treatment.
This eMedTV page explains that Isentress is a prescription drug that may help prevent the HIV virus from multiplying in people who have HIV infection or AIDS. This page also covers some dosing tips. Isentris is a common misspelling of Isentress.
Isentress is typically prescribed along with other HIV drugs to treat HIV infection and AIDS. This eMedTV article also describes possible side effects (such as headaches, nausea, and fever). Isentriss is a common misspelling of Isentress.
Kaletra is commonly prescribed along with other HIV medications for the treatment of HIV or AIDS. This eMedTV article describes how Kaletra works, explains when and how to take the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur with treatment.
Women are generally advised to avoid breastfeeding while taking Kaletra. This segment from the eMedTV archives provides a more in-depth look at Kaletra and breastfeeding, including information on why it is unsafe for women with HIV to breastfeed.
According to animal studies, Kaletra may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This article on the eMedTV Web site discusses Kaletra and pregnancy in more detail and explains what problems occurred when the drug was given to pregnant rats.
If you have previously tried HIV drugs, the recommended Kaletra dosage is 400 mg/100 mg twice daily. This eMedTV segment also offers Kaletra dosing guidelines for people who have never taken HIV drugs before and explains when and how to take Kaletra.
A number of medicines may cause Kaletra drug interactions, including pimozide, tenofovir, and statins. This eMedTV resource lists other drugs that may interact with Kaletra and describes the potentially negative effects of these interactions.
Kaletra Medication Information
This eMedTV presentation looks at Kaletra, a medication used for treating HIV/AIDS. Information covered includes warnings, side effects, dosing, and interactions.
An overdose of liquid Kaletra may cause symptoms of alcohol poisoning (since the drug contains alcohol). This eMedTV article further describes the effects of a Kaletra overdose and lists the treatment options that are available.
Potential side effects of Kaletra include vomiting, weakness, and gas. This eMedTV resource lists the most commonly reported Kaletra side effects and also explains which potentially serious side effects may require immediate medical attention.
Kaletra is primarily used for treating HIV and AIDS in both adults and children. This page from the eMedTV Web site further explains what the drug is used for, explains how it works, and discusses possible off-label Kaletra uses.
Kaletra Warnings and Precautions
Kaletra can increase triglyceride and cholesterol levels. This eMedTV page lists other possible side effects to look out for while taking Kaletra. Warnings and precautions on who should not take the HIV medication are also included in this article.
Lamivudine is a prescription drug that is licensed for treating hepatitis B and HIV or AIDS. This eMedTV resource explains how lamivudine works, describes the effects of the drug, and offers dosing tips and guidelines for the medicine.
The recommended lamivudine dose for treating hepatitis B in adults is 100 mg once daily. This eMedTV resource also offers lamivudine dosing guidelines for the treatment of HIV or AIDS and explains how dosing works for children.
This eMedTV presentation discusses lamivudine, a prescription medicine used for treating hepatitis B and HIV/AIDS. Side effects, interactions, and warnings are all discussed.
Lexiva is a medicine that is often used as part of an HIV "cocktail" for the treatment of HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of Lexiva, explains when and how to take the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Women taking Lexiva should avoid breastfeeding to help prevent transmitting HIV to their babies. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at Lexiva and breastfeeding, and further explains the risks of nursing if you have HIV or AIDS.
According to animal studies, Lexiva may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This part of the eMedTV Web site offers more information on Lexiva and pregnancy, and describes the problems that occurred when the drug was given to pregnant rabbits.
Adults who have taken protease inhibitors before usually take Lexiva 700 mg with Norvir 100 mg twice daily. This eMedTV page also offers Lexiva dosage guidelines for adults who have never taken protease inhibitors and describes dosing for children.
Lexiva is a prescription medicine used for treating HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV presentation looks at the drug, including possible interactions, warnings, and side effects.
Calcium channel blockers, paroxetine, and warfarin may cause negative Lexiva drug interactions. As this eMedTV article explains, these interactions can reduce the effectiveness of the drugs or increase your risk for dangerous side effects.
A Lexiva overdose may cause increased liver enzymes. This article from the eMedTV archives further describes the possible effects of a Lexiva overdose, including factors that may affects symptoms and the various treatment options that are available.
Vomiting, fatigue, and headaches are some of the most commonly reported Lexiva side effects. This eMedTV segment lists other side effects that have been reported with Lexiva, including serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.
Lexiva is used for preventing HIV from multiplying and spreading to uninfected cells in the body. This eMedTV Web page discusses Lexiva uses in more detail (including possible off-label uses) and explains how the drug works for treating HIV and AIDS.
Lexiva Warnings and Precautions
Lexiva may cause skin rashes in some people. This eMedTV page lists other side effects that may occur with Lexiva. Warnings and precautions regarding the safety of taking the drug if you have certain medical conditions are also included.
Lexiva is a prescription drug that is used to treat HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV page describes the effects of Lexiva, lists possible side effects that may occur, and links to more information about the drug. Lexivia is a common misspelling of Lexiva.
Norvir is often prescribed as a "booster" drug to increase the level of other HIV medicines in the blood. This eMedTV article explains how Norvir is used, describes the effects of the medication, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Norvir and breastfeeding is generally considered an unsafe combination. As this eMedTV segment explains, women with HIV or AIDS, including those taking Norvir, should avoid breastfeeding because the virus can be transmitted through breast milk.
Based on information from animal studies, Norvir is probably safe for pregnant women. This eMedTV resource provides a more in-depth look at Norvir and pregnancy, and explains whether problems occurred when the drug was given to pregnant animals.
The recommended Norvir dosage for treating HIV or AIDS in adults is 600 mg twice a day. This segment of the eMedTV archives also explains how a doctor determines Norvir dosing for children and offers tips on when and how to take the medicine.
Medicines that may cause Norvir drug interactions include antidepressants, digoxin, and quinine. This eMedTV Web page describes the possible effects of these negative drug interactions and lists other medications that should not be taken with Norvir.
Norvir is one of the many medicines available to treat HIV or AIDS. This eMedTV presentation looks at Norvir, including possible interactions, side effects, warnings, and precautions.