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Zidovudine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ZIDOVUDINE
Strength: 300 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 172.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Zidovudine

Class: | Antiretroviral (NRTI - Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor) Use: | Treatment of HIV-1 infection in combination with other antiretroviral agents; also used for the prevention of maternal-fetal transmission of HIV Adult dose: | 300 mg orally twice daily or 200 mg orally three times daily Pediatric dose: | For children weighing ≥ 30 kg: 300 mg orally twice daily; for children weighing < 30 kg: 8 mg/kg orally every 6 hours (up to a maximum of 300 mg/day) Side effects: | Nause

Drug Class

Antiretroviral (NRTI - Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of HIV-1 infection in combination with other antiretroviral agents; also used for the prevention of maternal-fetal transmission of HIV

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Hetero Drugs Limited, INDIA

Package Size

60's Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 172.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

300 mg orally twice daily or 200 mg orally three times daily

Pediatric Dose

For children weighing ≥ 30 kg: 300 mg orally twice daily; for children weighing < 30 kg: 8 mg/kg orally every 6 hours (up to a maximum of 300 mg/day)

Side Effects

Nausea, headache, fatigue, anemia, neutropenia, myopathy, lactic acidosis, liver toxicity

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to zidovudine or any component of the formulation; caution in patients with pre-existing bone marrow suppression or liver disease

Important Warnings

Risk of hematologic toxicity (anemia, neutropenia); potential for lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis; monitor for signs of opportunistic infections; not a cure for HIV/AIDS; use in pregnancy should be discussed with a healthcare provider.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Zidovudine available in UAE pharmacies:

RETROVIR 10 mg/ml Concentrate For Solution For Infusion RETROVIR 10 mg/ml Oral Solution RETROVIR 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection RETROVIR 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection RETROVIR 100 mg Capsules RETROVIR 250 mg Capsules RETROVIR 300 mg Capsules ZIDOVIR 10 mg/ml Oral Solution ZIDOVUDINE 300 mg Tablets ZIDOVUDINE 300 mg Tablets

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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