Daruvir 300 Tablet

Brand Name Daruvir 300 Tablet
Salt Composition

Darunavir (300mg)

Strength 300mg
Product Form Tablet
Pack 60 Tablet(s) in 1 Bottle
Storage Store below 30°C
Category

HIV

SubCategory

HIV

Country of Origin India
Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

Manufacturer/Marketer Address Cipla Ltd,Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013.
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    Medical Description of Daruvir 300 Tablet

    Daruvir 300 tablet contains Darunavir 300mg. Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) – 1 infection in adults. Daruvir 300 tablet acts as a protease inhibitor. Darunavir works by reducing the viral load of HIV in your body. Daruvir 300 tablet improves your immune system and reduces the risk of conditions associated with HIV infection.


    Daruvir 300 Tablet Uses

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is used to treat adults and children above 3 years of age or if weight is more than 15Kg who are infected by HIV-1. Daruvir 300 tablet must be taken in combination with a low dose of other anti-HIV medicines like ritonavir. Your doctor will discuss which combination of medicines is best for you.


    Daruvir 300 Tablet Benefits

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is used with other anti-HIV medicines to help control HIV infection. Daruvir 300 tablet helps to decrease the amount of HIV virus in your body thus your immunity works better by reducing your chance of getting HIV complications like co-infections and other cancers. Daruvir 300 tablet is a protease inhibitor. Daruvir 300 tablet is not a cure for HIV infection, it improves immunity that results in longevity of life. Daruvir 300 tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 3 years due to the increased risk of serious side effects.


    Daruvir 300 Tablet Indication

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is indicated in the treatment of HIV-1 infection that causes AIDS in humans. Daruvir 300 tablet is used with other antiviral medications to boost the immunity of the affected hosts. Daruvir 300 tablet is indicated in ages above 3 years or above 15kgs of body weight.


    Mechanism of action of Daruvir 300 Tablet

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is an HIV-1 protease inhibitor. Protease inhibitors are used as a part of highly active antiviral therapy (HAART) in HIV-infected patients. Darunavir prevents HIV replication by binding to this specific enzyme thus selectively inhibits the cleavage of HIV-1 encoded Gag-Pol polyproteins in cells affected by the virus, thereby preventing the formation of mature virus particles into infectious virions that spreads the infection. Darunavir binds to different sites on the enzyme namely the active site and the surface of one of the flexible flaps in the protease dimer. Darunavir can adapt to changes in the shape of a protease enzyme due to its molecular flexibility thus increasing the efficiency of the medicine against HIV infection.


    How Daruvir 300 Tablet works

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is an HIV-1 protease inhibitor. Daruvir 300 tablet binds to different sites on the enzyme namely the active site and the surface of one of the flexible flaps in the protease dimer. Daruvir 300 tablet prevents HIV replication by binding to this specific enzyme thus selectively inhibits the cleavage of HIV-1 encoded Gag-Pol polyproteins in cells affected by the virus, thereby preventing the formation of mature virus particles into infectious virions that spreads the infection.


    Daruvir 300 Tablet Contraindication

    Absolute contraindications:

    • if you are allergic to Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet
    • if you have severe liver problems like hepatitis B or C
    • if you have any bleeding disorders like haemophilia

    Relative contraindication:

    • if you are diabetic
    • if you have a lipid disorder like hyperlipidaemia
    • if you have heart diseases
    • if you are pregnant – this medication lowers the risk of passing HIV infection to the baby


    Daruvir 300 Tablet Side Effects

    Common side effects that occur 1:10 patients: diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain or distension, dyspepsia, flatulence, headache, tiredness, dizziness, drowsiness, numbness, tingling, or pain in hands or feet, loss of strength, difficulty falling asleep.

    Uncommon side effects that occur 1:100 patients: chest pain, rapid heart rate, decrease in skin sensitivity, pins and needles, loss of memory, problems with balance, difficulty breathing, cough, nosebleed, heartburn, retching, dry mouth, constipation, belching, kidney stones, the frequent or excessive passage of urine, urticaria, severe swelling of the skin around lips or eyes, eczema, excessive sweating, hair loss, acne, scaly skin, the coloration of nails, muscle pain, muscle cramps or weakness, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, flushing, red or dry eyes, fever, swelling of lower limbs due to fluids, malaise, irritability, erectile dysfunction, decrease in sexual drive, enlargement of breasts, sleeping problems.

    Rare side effects that occur 1:1000 patients: a reaction called DRESS that causes heart attack, slow heart beating, visual disturbance, chills, altered mood, fainting, epileptic fits, changes or loss of taste, mouth sores, vomiting blood, skin lesions, dry skin, stiffness of muscles or joints, joint pain with or without inflammation, changes in blood chemistry, changes in urine chemistry


    FAQs for Daruvir 300 Tablet

    Is Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet safe during pregnancy?

    Yes, taking Daruvir 300 tablet during pregnancy is safe and this significantly reduces the rate of the viral load transmitted to the fetus.

    Can Daruvir 300 tablet be taken while breastfeeding?

    There is no specific study to detail this. But in general HIV virions can pass via breastfeeding thus it is suspected that antivirals can also pass via breastfeeding.

    Can Daruvir 300 tablet be taken while alcohol consumption?

    Daruvir 300 tablet causes dizziness thus caution is advised. consult your physician.

    Can I take Daruvir 300 tablet and drive or operate heavy machineries?

    Daruvir 300 tablet causes dizziness thus caution is advised. consult your physician.


    Precautions and general warning of Daruvir 300 Tablet

    Alcohol

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet generally causes blurry vision, fainting, and movement disorders thus it is advised not to be taken with alcohol. For further queries, consult your physician.

    Driving or operating machinery

    It is preferred to drive or operate heavy machinery with caution as Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet causes fainting spells and movement disorders. For further queries, consult your physician.

    Pregnancy

    The use of Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is tolerated during pregnancy. In addition, it decreases the rate of HIV transmission to the fetus and decreases the mortality rate.

    Breast Feeding

    The use of Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet during breastfeeding is not recommended as evidence shows less amount of the medication passes via breastfeeding to the baby that may cause adverse effects in newborn.

    Kidney Problem

    Renal calculus and renal filtration impairment – monitor function. For further queries, consult your physician.

    Liver Disease

    Drug-induced hepatitis - Monitor liver function before and during therapy, especially in patients with other liver disorders and diseases like hepatitis B or C.


    How to Take Daruvir 300 Tablet

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is taken orally with food.

    Daruvir 300 tablet must be taken at the same time usually once or twice a day as prescribed by your physician.

    If you have trouble swallowing the tablets, inform your physician that he may change it to liquid form.

    If you are using the liquid form of Daruvir 300 tablet, shake the bottle well before each dose and carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon provided with the medication.

    After therapy has been initiated, do not take more or less of Daruvir 300 than prescribed or stop taking it without your physicians’ approval. Skipping or changing Daruvir 300 tablet dose without approval may cause the amount of the virus to increase making the infection more difficult to treat, or worsen side effects.


    Use of Daruvir 300 Tablet in Adult

    If you are pregnant or breastfeeding inform your physician as they are not advisable.

    The preferred dose is 600mg darunavir (2 tablets of 300mg Daruvir 300) + 100mg ritonavir twice daily.

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet must be taken with ritonavir as prescribed by the physician without fail. These drugs must be taken with food and the medicine must be swallowed.


    Use of Daruvir 300 Tablet in children

    Daruvir 300 tablet is used in children above age 3 who are not below 15kgs weight.

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is used in children above age 3 who are not below 15kgs weight, for patients who have used antiviral medication before

    Daruvir 300 tablet must be taken with ritonavir as prescribed by the physician without fail. These drugs must be taken with food and the medicine must be swallowed


    Use of Daruvir 300 Tablet in Elderly Patients

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet has only been used in few patients 65 years or older. Dosage and usage are similar to adults. Discuss with your physician before usage.


    Other general warnings

    • Skin reactions - It can be mild to severe like Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis. In mild cases, additional medications are prescribed to control the spread of infection. Discontinue Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet, if a severe reaction develops.
    • Musculoskeletal problems - Osteonecrosis that causes joint stiffness and pain in larger joints like shoulder, hip, and knee
    • New-onset diabetes mellitus or hyperglycemia – Monitor blood glucose and insulin levels. When needed add oral hypoglycemic and insulin
    • Accumulation or Redistribution of body fat or immune reconstitution syndrome.
    • Known case of sulphonamide allergy.
    • Hemophilia may develop increased bleeding events.
    • Any sign of infection – fever or lymph node enlargement


    Talk to your doctor if

    If you have any allergy

    If you have a liver problem

    If you have hypertension or any heart problem

    If you have any bleeding problem

    If you are pregnant or breastfeeding


    General instructions

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is taken with ritonavir orally as prescribed dosage at a specific time regularly with food. If Daruvir 300 tablet is taken separately or without food, the efficiency of the medicine is reduced significantly, thus it is ill-advised.


    Drug Interaction of Daruvir 300 Tablet

    Drug-Drug Interaction

    Daruvir 300 tablet effects are increased by – Amiodarone, Midazolam, Colchicine, Ergot alkaloids, Lovastatin, Rifampicin

    Daruvir 300 tablet effects are decreased by – Lopinavir, Ranolazine, Domperidone, Voriconazole

    Alfuzosin – causes hypotension

    Sildenafil – causes increased side effects

    Drug-Food Interaction

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet can be safely taken with any type of food, if doubts arise kindly refer to your physician. Daruvir 300 tablet generally causes blurry vision, fainting, and movement disorders thus it is advised not to be taken with alcohol.

    Drug-Disease Interaction

    • Liver disorders – used with caution in severe liver diseases. Consult a physician before use
    • Kidney disorders – used with caution in severe kidney diseases. Consult a physician before use
    • Cardiac disorders – used with caution in heart failure and MI. Consult a physician before use
    • Respiratory disorders – used with caution in respiratory distress. Consult a physician before use


    Over Dose

    Contact your doctor, pharmacist or nurse immediately.


    Missed Dose

    You can take the missed dosage if you notice within 6 hours. Always take with ritonavir and food. If it is more than 6 hours, then skip the dosage and take the next doses as usual. Don’t take a double dose for a forgotten dose.


    Storage and Disposal

    Keep the medication out of children’s reach

    Keep the medication away from pets

    Once expired dispose immediately

    There is no special storage condition.


    Fast Tag

    Daruvir 300 tablet contains Darunavir 300mg.

    Daruvir 300 (Darunavir (300mg)) tablet is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor.

    Daruvir 300 tablet is used to control and treat HIV infection with Ritonavir

    Do not use this medication while pregnant and lactation period.

    Don’t use this medication with liver disease and bleeding disorder.

    precaution while sexual contact, needle injury, etc.

    This medication doesn’t stop the spread of HIV infection from person to person thus use caution and precaution while sexual contact, needle injury etc.