ZIAGEN (ABACAVIR)

Ziagen Information

Belonging to the antiviral group of drugs, Ziagen is the brand name for Abacavir. A potent member of reverse transcriptase inhibitors category of drugs, Ziagen is used with other drugs for the treatment of HIV infection. By restricting the reproduction of HIV in the body, Ziagen treats the human immunodeficiency virus causing killer acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. Although this drug is seen as a potent healer for AIDS sufferers, this should be borne clearly in mind that Ziagen cannot cure or prevent HIV infection or AIDS. By restricting the multiplication of HIV in human body, it postpones the inevitable breakup of human immune system, for some time. This helps keep the agonizing physical problems associated with AIDS at a bay. Ziagen cannot restrict the spreading of HIV to other people as well.

Ziagen Warnings

Before taking in Ziagen notify your doctor about allergic tendencies towards this drug, if you have any past experience. Also don’t forget to inform your physician if you have any problems pertaining to kidney or liver. Ziagen is enlisted in FDA pregnancy category C. This indicates that effect of Ziagen on pregnant women is not known. Also the effect of lactating mother is not known. Ziagen is however found to cause birth defects in animals on giving higher doses. Consult your doctor before taking this drug during such stages. When tested on limited number of Children and elderly people, Ziagen has not shown any detrimental effects. No proper information is available as off now on the effect of Ziagen when complemented with other drugs.

Ziagen Side Effects

Ziagen is known to cause serious side effects like high temperature, skin rash, vomiting, sudden stomach problems, fatigue, sore throat, breathing trouble, cough, weakness in the arms and legs, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or pain in the upper stomach area . Rush to your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms surface.

Other less harmful yet common side effects of Ziagen includes diarrhea, headache, joint or muscle pain, numbness or tingling of hands, feet, or face, redness and soreness of eyes, unusual feeling of discomfort or illness etc. A very rare yet known side effect of Ziagen is insomnia. Consult your doctor without delay if you experience any of the above-mentioned problems.

Ziagen Overdose

Ziagen is meant for a serious physical disorder and so needs to be taken in seriously for best results. No cases with fatal consequences due to Ziagen overdoses have been reported so far. The symptoms of Ziagen overdose are not known as well. But consult a doctor as soon you realize that you have taken in an overdose.

On the other hand, if you have missed a dose by mistake, take it as soon as you remember. But if it already time for the next dose, leave the last dose and take the scheduled one. Whatever it is, avoid taking double dose in all ways.

Ziagen Usage Guidelines

Always consult your physician for the right usage guidelines. You can ask for a usage guideline booklet from your pharmacist. However, normally Ziagen is taken with a full glass of water. The drug can be taken with or without food. Measure the prescribed dose in a measuring spoon and take it. Don’t stop using Ziagen without asking your physician. And don’t forget to store Ziagen tablets in room temperature away from moisture and heat. You may store Ziagen in refrigerator but don’t let it freeze.

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