Atazor 300 mg Capsule

Atazor 300 mg Capsule is an antiretroviral medicine used in the treatment of HIV infection. HIV is a retroviral infection that attacks and destroys immune cells. This reduces the body's ability to fight infections and illnesses. If this condition is left untreated, it can lead to Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Symptoms of HIV include fever, chills, night sweats, muscle aches, etc.

Atazor 300 mg Capsule contains Atazanavir, which belongs to the class of protease inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the protease enzyme production, which is required for the HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This causes inhibition of viral replication.

Atazor 300 mg Capsule may cause certain side effects such as nausea, headache, stomach pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, depression, fever, tiredness, back pain, blood in urine, diarrhea, muscle pain, dizziness, and allergic reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. Atazor 300 mg Capsule should be taken as advised by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on your health condition. Do not take more than the recommended dose.

Atazor 300 mg Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to it. It is contraindicated in patients with Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme or patients taking alfuzosin, triazolam, orally administered midazolam, ergot derivatives, rifampin, irinotecan, lovastatin, simvastatin, indinavir, cisapride, pimozide, as it can cause serious side effects. Hence avoid using this medicine under such conditions. Inform your doctor if you have any cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, diabetes, or immune reconstitution syndrome on priority. Atazor 300 mg Capsule should be given to pregnant and breastfeeding women only if recommended by the doctor. Atazor 300 mg Capsule is not recommended for children below six years of age as safety and efficacy are not established.

Atazor 300 mg Capsule contains Atazanavir, which belongs to the class of protease inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the protease enzyme production, which is required for the HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This causes inhibition of viral replication. Atazor 300 mg Capsule is used alone or in combination with other antiretroviral medicines to help reduce the symptoms, control the infection, and prevent opportunistic infections effectively. It also helps in improving the quality of life of a patient with HIV. 

Atazor 300 mg Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to it. It is contraindicated in patients with Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme or patients taking alfuzosin, triazolam, orally administered midazolam, ergot derivatives, rifampin, irinotecan, lovastatin, simvastatin, indinavir, cisapride, pimozide, as it can cause serious side effects. Hence avoid using this medicine under such conditions. Inform your doctor if you have any cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, diabetes, or immune reconstitution syndrome on priority. Atazor 300 mg Capsule should be given to pregnant and breastfeeding women only if recommended by the doctor. Atazor 300 mg Capsule is not recommended for children below six years of age as safety and efficacy are not established. This medicine may cause dizziness; hence avoid driving or operating machines while taking Atazor 300 mg Capsule.

• Get an HIV test done at least every three months.
• Regular kidney and liver function and bone mineral density tests while taking Atazor 300 mg Capsule are advised. 
• Regularly get blood and urine tests done while taking Atazor 300 mg Capsule.
• Atazor 300 mg Capsule may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with HIV infection or AIDS. So, people taking Atazor 300 mg Capsule should be carefully monitored throughout the treatment.