How is Atazanavir Oral Route dosed?
The dosage of atazanavir will vary based on individual patients and their specific medical conditions. It is important to follow your doctor's orders or the instructions on the label. Contact your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing information.
What is the dosage form of Atazanavir Oral Route?
Atazanavir oral route is available in two forms: capsule and oral powder. The capsule should be swallowed whole and not opened. For patients using the oral powder, determine the number of packets needed and mix the powder with food or a beverage (such as applesauce or yogurt, milk, infant formula, or water). Use an oral dosing syringe or small medicine cup to give it to a child. The mixture should be used right away or within 1 hour, and it's important to drink or swallow all of the mixture. When taking atazanavir with antacids or didanosine (Videx), the recommended time interval is 2 hours before or 1 hour after these medicines. Always follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label for accurate dosing.
What medications are contraindication with Atazanavir Oral Route?
Atazanavir oral route is contraindicated with the following medications: alfuzosin (Uroxatral), cisapride (Propulsid), elbasvir/grazoprevir (Zepatier), glecaprevir/pibrentasvir (Mavyret), indinavir (Crixivan), irinotecan (Camptosar), lomitapide (Juxtapid), lovastatin (Altocor, Mevacor), lurasidone (Latuda), nevirapine (Viramune), oral midazolam (Versed), pimozide (Orap), rifampin (Rifadin, Rifamate, Rifater, Rimactane), salmeterol (Advair, Serevent), sildenafil (Revatio), simvastatin (Zocor), triazolam (Halcion), and ergot medicines (e.g., dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine, Cafergot, D.H.E. 45, Ergomar, Ergostat, Ergotrate, Methergine, Migranal, or Wigraine).
How is Atazanavir Oral Route administered?
Atazanavir oral route can be administered in two forms: capsule and oral powder. The capsule should be swallowed whole and not opened. For patients using the oral powder, determine the number of packets needed and mix the powder with food or a beverage (such as applesauce or yogurt, milk, infant formula, or water). Use an oral dosing syringe or small medicine cup to give it to a child. The mixture should be used right away or within 1 hour, and it's important to drink or swallow all of the mixture. When taking atazanavir with antacids or didanosine (Videx), the recommended time interval is 2 hours before or 1 hour after these medicines. Always follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label for accurate dosing.
What are common precautions when taking Atazanavir Oral Route?
Common precautions when taking atazanavir orally include:
- Taking the medicine with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Swallowing the capsule whole and not opening it.
- Consulting your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about your medication.
- Following your doctor's instructions for dosing and timing, as well as any specific precautions or warnings for your individual case.
- Monitoring for any potential side effects or interactions with other medications you may be taking. It is also important to inform your doctor of any allergies, age-related health concerns, or if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.