Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Nel 250mg Tablet
Description:
Nel 250mg Tablet is an antiviral or antiretroviral medicine. It is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Nel 250mg Tablet should be taken with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then infection may return or worsen.
Some people may experience headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can increase sugar levels in the blood.
Earlier using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may monitor your liver function while taking this medication.
Directions For Use:
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. Nel 250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Side Effects:
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
Ordinary side effects of Nel
- Rash
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Decreased appetite
Warning & Precautions:
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nel 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nel 250mg 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.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nel 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Nel 250mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Nel 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nel 250mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Nel 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nel 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Nel 250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
FAQs:
Q. What is Nel 250mg Tablet used for?
Nel 250mg Tablet is a protease inhibitor used for the treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, along with other medications (other antiretroviral agents).