Viread (Tenofovir)

How it works?

Tenofovir falls under the category of antiviral drugs called nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). This medicine works by inhibiting the activity of reverse transcriptase enzyme. Thus, the medication works by lowering the amount of HIV in the blood, also keeps it at a low level. Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate tablet does not cure HIV infection or AIDS, but is a great help to delay the damage to the immune system along with interrupting the development of infections coupled with AIDS or HIV.

How to take Viread?

Take Viread 300mg orally with or without food as per your physician’s advice, usually once daily. The dose depends on your medical condition, kidney function, and response to treatment. To help you keep in mind, take Viread 300mg at the same time on a daily basis.

What to do in case you miss a dose of Viread?

If you miss a dose of Viread 300mg, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

What are the side effects of Viread tablet?

The most common side effects associated with Viread may include:

• Back pain
• Fever
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Cough
• Insomnia
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Skin irritation
• General weakness
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain

Drug Interactions:

The drugs that are known to interact with Viread include: adefovir, orlistat, medications causing harm to kidneys (such as aminoglycosides including amikacin/gentamicin). It is also suggested not to take Viread 300mg with other products that contain tenofovir. Some other medicines for treating HIV infection (such as atazanavir) may also interact with this medicine. Tenofovir might reduce the efficiency of atazanavir (by reducing blood levels). If you are consuming atazanavir with Viread 300mg, you may also require taking another drug (ritonavir).

Precautions:

Doxycycline is not safe for the following groups of patients:

• Before taking Viread 300mg, it is must to inform your physician about your medical history comprising of kidney problems, liver problems (including hepatitis C, cirrhosis), bone problems (like bone disease, bone loss/osteoporosis), as well as ailments of pancreas (pancreatitis).
• Viread is also known to make you feel dizzy. Limit alcoholic beverages because it may enhance your risk of liver problems and pancreatitis.
• During pregnancy, Viread 300mg must be used only when clearly instructed. Treatment can minimize the risk of passing HIV infection to your baby, as well as tenofovir may be part of that treatment; thus it good to always talk about the risks and benefits with your physician.
• Viread is also thought to pass into the breast milk. Consult your practitioner before breast-feeding. If you have HIV infection, it is strictly advised not to breast-feed as breast milk can transmit HIV.

Is it safe to buy Viread from a Online Pharmacy?

If you are looking to buy Viread or any prescription drugs from an Online Pharmacy in USA then you can order from a safe and accredited International pharmacy like MedsEngage, which contracts with Canadian Pharmacy and pharmacy in India. you requires a valid prescription for your prescription drugs.