Nel 250mg Tablet
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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.
Before 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.
Uses of Nel Tablet
Benefits of Nel Tablet
In HIV infection
Nel 250mg Tablet is used as part of combination therapy to manage HIV infection. It helps lower the amount of virus in the body, supports immune system function, and reduces the risk of HIV-related illnesses and complications.
Side effects of Nel 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 Nel
- Rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Decreased appetite
How to use Nel 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. Nel 250mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How Nel Tablet works
Nel 250mg Tablet is an anti-HIV medication. It works by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This stops the production of new viruses.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nel 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nel 250mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nel 250mg 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
CONSULT 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. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nel 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Nel 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Nel 250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
Use of Nel 250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Nel Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nel 250mg 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
- Nel 250mg Tablet should be taken with food.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Nel 250mg Tablet should be taken with food.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Do not take antacids an hour before or two hours after taking Nel 250mg Tablet.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alpha amino acid amides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Protease Inhibitors
Interaction with drugs
Taking Nel with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Nelfinavir may raise blood levels of Docetaxel. Nelfinavir may raise blood levels of Docetaxel.
Concomitant use should be avoided.
Nelfinavir may raise blood levels of Trabectedin. Nelfinavir may raise blood levels of Trabectedin.
Concomitant use should be avoided.
Nelfinavir may raise blood levels of Ceritinib. Nelfinavir may raise blood levels of Ceritinib.
Concomitant use should be avoided. Please consult with your doctor.
Your doctor may monitor effects and adjust the treatment plan involving Bevacizumab.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may closely monitor treatment outcomes and may modify treatment if required.
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Nel Tablet for?
HIV infection
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FAQs
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).
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Name: Mcneil & Argus Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 100-rampur sarsehri road, ambala cantt-133001 india
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: April, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Nel 250mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: April, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Nel 250mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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