Abacavir is indicated for the treatment of AIDS in adults and adolescents.
This drug is an antiretroviral compound that works by inhibiting the HIV reverse transcriptase enzyme, which stops the replication of the virus in the body. Thus, this medicine helps to slow the progression of the disease, reducing the chances of death or infections, which arise especially when the immune system is weakened by the AIDS virus. Abacavir may also be known commercially as Ziagenavir, Ziagen or Kivexa.
Price
The price of Abacavir varies from 200 to 1600 reais, depending on the laboratory that manufactures the drug, and this can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to take
The indicated doses and duration of treatment should be indicated by the physician, as they depend on the severity of the sensed symptoms. In addition, in some cases, the physician may recommend taking Abacavir together with other medicines in order to complement and increase the effectiveness of the treatment.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Abacavir may include fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, tiredness, body aches or general malaise. Learn how feeding can help combat these unpleasant effects in: How Food Can Help in the Treatment of AIDS.
Contraindications
This medication is contraindicated for patients with allergy to Ziagenavir or some other component of the formula.
In addition, if you are pregnant or nursing you should consult your doctor before continuing or starting treatment.
