Maraviroc

Maraviroc is a medication used in the treatment of those infected with HIV. It is a type of antiretroviral drug that falls in the category of CCR5 receptor antagonist. It is an entry inhibitor that blocks HIV from entering and infecting the immune system cells. It works by attaching itself to the CCR5 coreceptor proteins on the surface of immune cells.

You should consult your doctor before taking Maraviroc if you have any heart or kidney or liver problems, low blood pressure, allergy to any medicine or other substances, had Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C in the past, or if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, plan on becoming pregnant, are on any medication or supplements, taking hormone based birth control measures or if you have any other medical condition.

The possible side effects you may encounter after taking Maraviroc includes postural hypotension, dizziness, fainting, myocardial infarction, heart problems, immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS), skin reactions, allergic problems like rashes, itching, swelling of tongue, mouth, lips, or throat. You should see a doctor immediately if any of these effects become bothersome or last for long duration of time.

Maraviroc comes as 20mg, 25mg, 75mg, 150mg, 300mg oral tablets or 20mL oral solution. You should take it with some other HIV medicine and it should be swallowed whole, not chewed. It is advised that you should consult a doctor regarding the recommended dosage of Maraviroc.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

• Hiv Infection

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Rash

• Anemia

• Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)

• Weakness

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Abdominal Pain

• Flatulence

• Loss Of Appetite

• Depression

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Maraviroc, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Maraviroc as ingredient

• Axentri 150Mg Tablet

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

This medication prevents HIV from attacking human cells. The active constituent of this medication is a tiny molecule antagonist that inhibits communication between human CCRS and HIV-1 gp120. It does that by judiciously binds to the human chemokine receptor CCR5 on the membrane of CD4 cells.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.