Synthivan Tablet (Atazanavir & Ritonavir)
Synthivan 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).
Synthivan 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 with food. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should 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. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Uses of Synthivan Tablet
- HIV infection
Benefits of Synthivan Tablet
Synthivan Tablet decreases the amount of HIV in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. It is usually given in combination with other medicines. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Synthivan Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Synthivan
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Jaundice
- Rash
- Scleral icterus
- Muscle pain
- Fever
- Depression
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Dizziness
- Elevated serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase
- Elevated serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase
- Increased bilirubin in the blood
- Increased lipase in the blood
- Elevated creatinine kinase
- Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
- Increased triglyceride level in blood
- Increased glucose level in blood
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Low blood platelets
How to use Synthivan Tablet
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. Synthivan Tablet is to be taken with food.