Videx EC
SKU: TM-1141
Active ingredient: Didanosine
Videx EC (didanosine) is a prescription antiretroviral medication used in combination with other medicines to treat HIV-1 infection. It belongs to the nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) class, which works by inhibiting HIV-1 reverse transcriptase, thereby slowing the progression of the disease.
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Product description
Common use
Videx EC is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. HIV is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Videx EC will not cure or prevent HIV infection or AIDS. It helps keep HIV from reproducing and to slow down the destruction of the immune system. This may help delay the development of problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease.
Dosage and direction
Videx EC must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal. The delayed-release capsules should be swallowed whole with water, not broken, chewed, or crushed. It is generally taken once daily, often at the same time each day to maximize effectiveness.
Precautions
Videx EC requires strict precautions to avoid severe side effects like pancreatitis, lactic acidosis, and liver failure.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor as it may cause birth defects. HIV-infected women should not breastfeed due to potential transmission.
Contraindications
Videx EC is contraindicated in patients with known significant hypersensitivity to didanosine or any component of the formulation. It must not be co-administered with stavudine due to risks of fatal pancreatitis, lactic acidosis, and peripheral neuropathy.
Possible side effect
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome: difficulty with sleeping; irritability; restlessness; belching; excess air or gas in the stomach or bowels; feeling of fullness; hair loss or thinning of the hair; heartburn; indigestion; lack or loss of strength; passing gas.
Drug interaction
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended: Allopurinol; Oxypurinol; Ribavirin; Stavudine.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases, if both medicines are prescribed together: Atazanavir; Cabotegravir; Darunavir; Hydroxyurea; Orlistat; Tacrolimus; Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate; Zalcitabine.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Overdose
If you or someone else has taken too much Videx EC (didanosine), immediately go to the nearest emergency room.
Storage
Store Videx EC in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
