Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet 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.Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet is not a cure for HIV/AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body. This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan. It may also be used to prevent HIV infection in some people at high risk. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other HIV medicines. Your doctor will recommend the best medicines for you and will decide the doses that you need. Follow carefully the instructions for all the medicines that you are given. This medicine is best taken with food. Taking these medicines regularly at the right time greatly increases their effectiveness and reduces the chances of HIV becoming resistant to them. It is important not to miss doses and to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, headache, trouble sleeping, rash, and dizziness. These are usually not serious but inform your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. It can also increase the risk of bone loss (osteoporosis) if you take it for a long time. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor. Some people put on weight while taking medicines to treat HIV/AIDS.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney disease or bone problems. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts, liver function, and kidney function. Since this medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness, do not drive if you experience these symptoms. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.
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Alcohol:
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breastfeeding:
Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving:
Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:
Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tafnat EM 200mg/25mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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 youΓ’ΒΒre worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Depression
Rash
Dizziness
Fatigue
Vomiting
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Weakness
Allergic reaction
Abnormal dreams
Abdominal pain
Weight loss
Increased transaminase level in blood
Elevated levels of serum amylase
Increased lipase in the blood
Elevated creatinine kinase
