VIRATAZ R TABLET is a combination of Atazanavir and Ritonavir which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-viral agents. It is used to manage HIV infection. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection is a viral infection that damages our immune system and weakens our body’s ability to fight against various infections. Before taking VIRATAZ R TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver problems, kidney problems or hepatitis B or C infection. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, any muscle problems, blood-related or bleeding problems, weak immune system, obesity, erectile dysfunction or have recently taken any steroid medicines as a precaution. Although VIRATAZ R TABLET can manage HIV infection, it is important for you to follow certain measures to manage the spread of infections to the other people (such as avoid having unprotected sexual intercourse or sharing needles or personal items like toothbrush, razors etc with other people). Inform your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. VIRATAZ R TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. The most common side effects of taking VIRATAZ R TABLET are headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, stomach upset, loss of appetite, increased appetite, weight loss, tingling and numbness of body parts, fever, general sensation of being unwell, lack of sleep, muscle pains or cramps, joint pain and high blood sugar or cholesterol levels. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects trouble you.
No content available
