How is Delavirdine oral route dosed?
The dose of delavirdine will vary depending on the patient's condition and response to treatment. For patients without achlorhydria (normal stomach acid levels), delavirdine can be taken with or without food. For patients with achlorhydria, delavirdine should be taken with a glass of orange juice or cranberry juice. The recommended adult dose of delavirdine is 200-400 mg, taken twice daily or as directed by your doctor. Do not take any antacid medications within 1 hour of taking delavirdine. Take delavirdine exactly as directed by your doctor and continue taking it for the full duration of treatment.
What is the dosage form of Delavirdine oral route?
Delavirdine oral route is available in tablet form.
What medications are contraindication with Delavirdine oral route?
Certain medications may interact with delavirdine when taken orally. It is advisable to discuss with a healthcare professional the use of the medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
How is Delavirdine oral route administered?
Delavirdine oral route can be administered with or without food. Swallow both the 100mg and 200mg tablets whole. If swallowing is difficult, the 100mg tablet can be dissolved in a glass of water and drunk immediately. Only the 100mg tablets can be dissolved, while the 200mg tablets must be swallowed whole. Do not take any antacid medications within 1 hour of taking delavirdine. For patients with achlorhydria, delavirdine should be taken with a glass of orange or cranberry juice. Follow the doctor's orders or the directions on the label.
What are common precautions when taking Delavirdine oral route?
Here are the common precautions when taking delavirdine orally:
- Consult your doctor for medical advice about side effects and report any side effects to the FDA.
- Avoid taking antacid medications within 1 hour of taking delavirdine.
- For patients with achlorhydria, take delavirdine with a glass of orange or cranberry juice.
- Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label.
- Do not take more often or for a longer time than prescribed.
- Continue taking delavirdine for the full duration of treatment, even if you start feeling better.
- Inform your doctor about any other medical problems, especially liver disease or achlorhydria.
Remember to always take delavirdine as directed by your healthcare professional.