Viropil Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

Viropil Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine can be taken with or without food. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.

The most common side effects of this medicine are headaches, nasal congestion, diarrhea, nausea, weakness and tiredness, cough, and rash. These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor. This medicine can also make you feel lazy or weak, so it is advised to avoid driving. Drinking plenty of fluid can help you to cope up with the side effects, so stay hydrated.

Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to check your blood counts, kidney and liver functions, and other health conditions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Uses of Viropil Tablet

HIV infection

Benefits of Viropil Tablet

In HIV infection

Viropil Tablet prevents HIV from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and make the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications, such as new infections, and improves the 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 to take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of this combination of medicines and reduces the chances of HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. Although taking this medicine does not prevent the passing of HIV to other people.

Side effects of Viropil 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 Viropil

Headache
Fever
Abdominal pain
Weakness
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Joint pain
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Dizziness
Abnormal dreams
Depression
Anxiety
Itching
Rash
Fatigue
Decreased phosphate level in blood
General discomfort
Cough
Increased transaminase level in blood
Hair loss
Muscle disorders

How to use Viropil 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. Viropil Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Viropil Tablet works

Viropil Tablet is an anti-HIV medication. It works by preventing the action of reverse transcriptase enzyme. This enzyme is responsible for production of HIV.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Viropil Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Viropil Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Viropil Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Viropil Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Viropil Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Viropil Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Viropil Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Viropil Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Viropil 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.

Viropil Tablet

₹126.27/Tablet

Cipanec 50mg/300mg/300mg Tablet

Cipla Ltd

₹126.27/tablet

same price

Diltra 50mg/300mg/300mg Tablet

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd

₹121.47/tablet

4% cheaper

Quick tips

Viropil Tablet is used to treat HIV infection.
Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of hepatitis B infection.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
It may cause a decrease in your calcium levels. Your doctor may monitor calcium and Vitamin D levels regularly and prescribe supplements, if needed.
Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.

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Patient concerns

i have unprotected sex with my friend. Can I take any drugs now to prevent any STD/HIV infection

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hello PATIENT to 1mg. There is some medicine for prophylactic but you need to see physician for prescription and better you check HIV status of both partner

hello, one of my frnd suffering with hiv infection from last 2yrs her cd4 is more than 470 and viral load is zero undetectable now she is using art medicines i have doubt that can we have to use art medicine in the whole life or can we stop it once we get viral load zero

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

You still need to be on ART even if the viral load is undetectable

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