Zepdon

Uses of Zepdon

Although not a cure for HIV or AIDS, Zepdon works effectively by reducing the viruses’ capability to multiply their population within the body. It is one of the major antiretroviral drugs that are used in preventing the growth of HIV and avoiding its progress to its more advanced phase – AIDS. Also available as Raltegravir, this medicine is highly effective in lowering the risk of someone acquiring other health complications and concerns.

Warning and Precautions

Before consuming this effective HIV antiretroviral drug, Zepdon must be guaranteed as safe for usage by individuals with the infection. If an individual has the following medical conditions, he/she must speak with the doctor first.

• Skin disease
• Liver disease
• Kidney disease

The main reason for this observance is to ensure that the medicine won’t cause more harm aside from its function to treat HIV. Hypersensitivity to this medicine and its properties is also a precaution since the condition can be fatal. If you are allergic to this medicine, do not use it.

Dosage

Zepdon 400 mg is consumed daily.  The frequency of your daily dose is only 1 tablet of Zepdon. The best time to consume it is with food, which makes absorption easier. Just like other medicines, it should be swallowed whole, which means that chewing or breaking it is not an option. Do not forget your dose for the day as it can affect the entire treatment process.

Side Effects

Similar to other antiretroviral drugs, Zepdon also possesses different adverse reactions. These reactions may include the following:

Common Side Effects:

• Mild headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• Nasal congestion

Severe Side Effects:

• Severe nausea
• Severe headache
• Drowsiness
• Fatigue
• Pain in the muscles
• Shortness of breath
• Difficulty sleeping