Zidovir Tablets (Zidovudine)
Zidovir Tablets belongs to a group of medicines called antiretrovirals. It is used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), the virus that can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). It helps to control HIV infection so your immune system can work better.
Uses of Zidovir Tablet
- Treatment of HIV infection
Side effects of Zidovir 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 Zidovir
- Rash
- Headache
- Decreased appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- General discomfort
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Cough
How to use Zidovir 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. Zidovir 300mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Zidovir Tablet works
Zidovir 300mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.