Fortovase

Fortovase Information

Fortovase is a medication against viruses. Fortovase belongs to the protease inhibitors, which is a one of the categories of HIV medications. Fortovase reduces the amount of infectious and active viruses in the body and thus prevents HIV from maturing.

Fortovase Indications

Fortovase is primarily used in treating human immunodeficiency virus or commonly known as HIV. HIV causes the disease known as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or AIDS. Though Fortovase is indicated for treatment of the mentioned diseases, it is not a cure. Fortovase may also be used for purposes other than those indicated here.

Fortovase Warnings

Fortovase may not be advisable if you have any of the following conditions:

Liver disease
Diabetes
Hemophilia

Inform your doctor if you have these conditions before taking Fortovase so your doctor can take the necessary precautions such as dosage adjustment or special monitoring during intake.

Fortovase belongs to the FDA pregnancy Category B, which means that it is not known to harm an unborn child. Do not take this drug without your doctor’s permission if you are pregnant or might be pregnant during treatment.

It is also unknown if Fortovase passes into breast milk. Do not take Fortovase without your doctor’s consent if you are nursing a baby. HIV positive mothers are not advised to breastfeed so as not to transmit the disease to the baby.

Fortovase Intake Guidelines

Fortovase should be taken in exactly as described by your doctor. If there are matters that you do not understand, refer to your doctor, nurse or a pharmacist and ask him or her to explain those matters to you.

Each dose of Fortovase should be taken in with a full glass of water. Fortovase may be taken in with or without food but it is advised to take it with food to ensure the maximum effect.

It is important to take Fortovase regularly. Do not abruptly discontinue taking Fortovase without your doctor’s advice even when your symptoms alleviate.

Fortovase Dosage

Dosage of Fortovase should be obtained from your doctor. Fortovase Dosage may vary from person to person with regards to a variety of factors, which include severity of the condition, age and others.

Do not take in more or less of Fortovase so as not to alter its affects and to prevent overdose.

Fortovase Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Fortovase are unknown. Seek immediate medical attention, however, if you suspect overdose.

Fortovase Missed Dose

Doses of Fortovase should not be missed. If as dose of Fortovase is missed, however, take it as soon as remembered. If it is almost time for the next dose of Fortovase, skip the missed one and take the subsequent dose according to your normal dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of Fortovase unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Fortovase Side Effects

Fortovase may have any of the following serious side effects and allergic reactions:

Difficulty in breathing
Closing of the throat
Swelling of the lips, tongue or face
Hives
Seizures
Liver damage
Pancreatitis

If you experience any of these, discontinue use of Fortovase and inform your doctor.

Fortovase may also have less serious side effects that are more likely to occur. They include the following:

Mild nausea
Rash
Headache
Numbness or tingling of a body part
Muscle or skeletal aches or pains
Mouth ulcers or sores

If you experience any of these, continue using the product but inform your doctor immediately.

Other side effects may also occur when you take Fortovase. Inform your doctor if you experience anything unusual while or after taking Fortovase.

Fortovase Drug Reactions

Fortovase may interact with the following drugs:

Phenytoin
Sildenafil
A tricyclic antidepressant
Warfarin
Cyclosporine
Methadone
A stomach or ulcer medication
Dexamethasone

Other drugs may also interact with Fortovase. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications other than Fortovase including over the counter prescriptions.