Hivid Overdose: An Overview
Hivid® (
zalcitabine) is a prescription
AIDS and
HIV medication. Hivid is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) medication. The effects of a Hivid overdose will vary depending on a number of factors, including the
Hivid dosage and whether it was taken with any other medicines, alcohol, food, or street drugs.
If you happen to overdose on Hivid, seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of a Hivid Overdose
In reported cases of a Hivid overdose, people who took too much Hivid experienced the following symptoms:
- Drowsiness
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Fever
- Unusual sensations (like burning, tingling, or numbness) in the feet or hands.
Treatment for a Hivid Overdose
If the Hivid overdose was recent, the healthcare provider may use certain medicines or place a tube into the stomach to "pump the stomach." Treatment may also involve supportive care, which consists of treating the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose.
It is important that you seek medical attention immediately if you believe that you may have overdosed on Hivid.