Drugs & Vitamins

Darunavir tablets Active Ingredients: Darunavir tablets Representative Names: Prezista What are Darunavir tablets? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should this medicine be used? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with Darunavir? What side effects may I notice from receiving Darunavir? What should I watch for while taking Darunavir? Where can I keep my medicine? What are Darunavir tablets? (Back to top) DARUNAVIR is an antiretroviral drug. It is used with other medicines to treat HIV. This medicine is not a cure for HIV. It will not stop the spread of HIV to others. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of these conditions: •diabetes •hemophilia •hepatitis or other liver disease •an unusual reaction to darunavir, sulfonamide medicines, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should this medicine be used? (Back to top) Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine with food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. For your anti-HIV therapy to work as well as possible, take each dose exactly as prescribed. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine even if you feel better. Skipping doses may make the HIV virus resistant to this medicine. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice. Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What drug(s) may interact with Darunavir? (Back to top) •cholesterol medicines like lovastatin or simvastatin •ergot alkaloids like ergonovine •pimozide •rifampin •seizure medicines like carbamazepine, phenytoin, and phenobarbital •St. John's Wort •triazolam Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines. What side effects may I notice from receiving Darunavir? (Back to top) Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: •change in the amount of urine passed •redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth •severe skin rash •unusually weak, tired •weight gain around waist, back, or thinning of face, arms, legs Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •constipation •diarrhea •headache •loss of appetite •nausea, vomiting •stuffy nose and sore throat What should I watch for while taking Darunavir? (Back to top) Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. You will need to have important blood work done while you are taking this medicine. Be aware that you can still get other illnesses or complications of your disease. Discuss any new symptoms with your doctor. HIV is spread to others through sexual or blood contact. Talk to your doctor about how to stop the spread of HIV. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) Keep out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature between 15 to 30 degrees C (59 to 86 degrees F). Protect from light and moisture. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Last Updated:06/27/2006 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.