ABHOPE 300MG TABLET
Product introduction
ABHOPE 300MG 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.
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET is not a cure for HIV or 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 is prescribed 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. It can be taken with or without food. Taking all these medicines regularly at the right times 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 headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, diarrhea, and rash. These are usually not serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. Rarely, some people may experience a skin reaction or liver damage. Your doctor will closely monitor you for these in the initial period of treatment.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers 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.
Uses of Abhope Tablet
Benefits of Abhope Tablet
In HIV infection
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET is an antiretroviral medicine. It works by preventing the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
Side effects of Abhope 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 Abhope
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Lethargy
- Decreased appetite
- Dizziness
- Muscle pain
- Hypersensitivity
- Altered liver function test
- Abdominal pain
- Abnormal dreams
- Rash
- Nausea
- Sleep disorder
- Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) infections
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
How to use Abhope 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. ABHOPE 300MG TABLET may be taken with or without food.
How Abhope Tablet works
ABHOPE 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking ABHOPE 300MG TABLET.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of ABHOPE 300MG TABLET during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Driving
SAFE
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Talk to your doctor in case you have serious kidney disease.
Talk to your doctor in case you have serious kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of ABHOPE 300MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
Use of ABHOPE 300MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Abhope Tablet?
If you miss a dose of ABHOPE 300MG TABLET, 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 schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- In combination with other medicines, it is used for the treatment of HIV infections.
- Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
- ABHOPE 300MG TABLET may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.
- You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
- During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.
- You have been prescribed ABHOPE 300MG TABLET for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
- In combination with other medicines, it is used for the treatment of HIV infections.
- Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
- ABHOPE 300MG TABLET may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.
- You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
- During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
1,3- substituted cyclopentyl purine nucleosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Nucleoside/Nucleotide Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (NRTIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Abhope with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Carbamazepine may reduce blood levels of Abacavir.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is ABHOPE 300MG TABLET safe?
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How does ABHOPE 300MG TABLET work?
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET works by blocking the function of an enzyme, called reverse transcriptase, which is responsible for the HIV replication process. This helps to reduce the level of HIV in the blood.
What is ABHOPE 300MG TABLET? What is it used for?
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called antiretrovirals. It is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which if not controlled can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Effective control of HIV can also improve the working of the immune system.
Is ABHOPE 300MG TABLET effective?
ABHOPE 300MG TABLET is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using ABHOPE 300MG TABLET too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What is ABHOPE 300MG TABLET hypersensitivity reaction?
The use of ABHOPE 300MG TABLET may cause a serious or life-threatening allergic or hypersensitivity reaction. In this, one may experience fever, skin rash, nausea, vomit, diarrhea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, severe tiredness and headache. Other symptoms of hypersensitivity may include joint or muscle pain, swelling of the neck, shortness of breath, sore throat, cough and occasionally inflammation of the eye (conjunctivitis), mouth ulcers, low blood pressure, tingling or numbness of the hands or feet. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms and stop taking ABHOPE 300MG TABLET immediately.
What if I forget to take a dose of ABHOPE 300MG TABLET?
If you forget a dose of ABHOPE 300MG TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
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Country of origin: India
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