Treatment of HIV infection

In Treatment of HIV infection Telura Tablet prevents HIV from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and make the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves the quality of life.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of this combination of medicines and reduces the chances of HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. Although taking this medicine does not prevent the passing of HIV to other people.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Telura Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Telura Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).Telura Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach preferably at bedtime for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine must not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.The most common side effects of this medicine are impaired concentration abnormal dreams headache nausea weakness and fatigue nasal congestion diarrhea rash dizziness trouble sleeping pain depression and cough. These are usually not serious and go away within 2-4 weeks of treatment however inform your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. As it can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects.Before starting with the treatment you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have any kidney liver or other diseases. Your doctor may suggest some laboratory tests before and during the treatment to check your blood counts liver and kidney functioning and other health and mental conditions. If you are HIV positive you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Telura Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

- Alcohol : CAUTION <p> Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Telura Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Telura Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Telura Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Telura Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Telura Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Telura Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Telura Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Telura Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Telura Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES

Treatment of HIV infection

Headache | Dizziness | Nausea | Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) | Weakness | Depression | Diarrhea | Rash | Pain | Fever | Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils) | Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand) | Back pain | Abdominal pain | Anxiety | Vomiting | Joint pain | Pneumonia | Dyspepsia | Muscle pain | Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site) | Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) | Increased triglyceride level in blood | Elevated creatinine kinase | Elevated levels of serum amylase | Blood in urine | Increased transaminase level in blood | Cough | Impaired concentration | Abnormal dreams