Viramune Xr

HIV

Treatment

1 FDA approval

20 Active Studies for Viramune Xr

Treatment for

HIV

What is Viramune Xr

NevirapineThe Generic name of this drug

Treatment SummaryNevirapine is a powerful medication prescribed to treat HIV-1 and AIDS. It is a type of reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) and is typically used in combination with other HIV drugs. It belongs to a chemical class called dipyridodiazepinone.

Viramuneis the brand name

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Viramune Xr Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Viramune

Nevirapine

2001

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Nevirapine, also called Viramune, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses such as HIV .

HIV

Used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) Infection in combination with null

Effectiveness

How Viramune Xr Affects PatientsNevirapine is an antiviral medication used to treat HIV-1 infections. It is usually prescribed after the virus has caused damage to the immune system, and it is typically taken with one or more other HIV medications. Nevirapine is only effective for a short period of time and if taken alone, the virus can develop resistance to the drug.

How Viramune Xr works in the bodyNevirapine works by blocking the enzyme reverse transcriptase from carrying out its usual function. By disrupting the enzyme's catalytic site, nevirapine stops it from functioning correctly and prevents it from replicating.

When to interrupt dosage

The suggested dosage of Viramune Xr is contingent on the established condition. The extent of dosage fluctuates, in accordance with the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet, extended release or Tablet) recorded in the below-mentioned table.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

HIV

, 50.0 mg/mL, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 50.0 mg

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Warnings

Viramune Xr has three contraindications, and it must not be consumed together with any of the conditions detailed in the following table.Viramune Xr Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Severe Hepatic Impairment

Do Not Combine

post-exposure prophylaxis

Do Not Combine

Moderate Hepatic Impairment

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Viramune Xr.

Common Viramune Xr Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Acenocoumarol

Major

The metabolism of Acenocoumarol can be decreased when combined with Nevirapine.

Aminophylline

Major

The metabolism of Aminophylline can be decreased when combined with Nevirapine.

Amoxapine

Major

The metabolism of Amoxapine can be decreased when combined with Nevirapine.

Anagrelide

Major

The metabolism of Anagrelide can be decreased when combined with Nevirapine.

Antipyrine

Major

The metabolism of Antipyrine can be increased when combined with Nevirapine.

Viramune Xr Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much of this medication can lead to swelling, red lumps on the skin, tiredness, fever, headaches, difficulty sleeping, nausea, lung infections, rashes, dizziness, vomiting, and weight loss. The most common side effect is a rash.

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Viramune Xr Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Viramune Xr?

43 active clinical trials are assessing the potential of Viramune Xr to provide therapeutic benefits for HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

HIV

38 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 4

Viramune Xr Reviews: What are patients saying about Viramune Xr?

5Patient Review

6/9/2011

Viramune Xr for HIV

2.7Patient Review

4/5/2013

Viramune Xr for HIV

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Patient Q&A Section about viramune xr

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is nevirapine used for?

"It works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood.

Nevirapine is used in combination with other medicines to treat the infection caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Nevirapine is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) that works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood."

Answered by AI

How many times a day should I give my baby nevirapine?

"A two-dose regimen of nevirapine is advocated as the most cost-effective way to prevent mother to child HIV transmission in many developing countries. The mother takes one dose at the onset of labor, and the baby takes one dose between 48 and 72 hours after birth."

Answered by AI

What is Viramune XR used for?

"Viramune XR is an antiviral medication used to treat HIV in adults. It can help to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so that your immune system can work better. This can help to reduce your risk of getting other infections or diseases."

Answered by AI

What is the generic name for Viramune?

"The brand name for nevirapine is Viramune. Nevirapine is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) with activity against Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1). structurally, Nevirapine is a member of the dipyridodiazepinone chemical class of compounds."

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Clinical Trials for Viramune Xr

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