Zerit 40mg Tablet (Generic Equivalent)

Generic Zerit 40mg tablet contains Stavudine as its primary active ingredient. It is used along with other HIV medications to help decrease the amount of HIV in your body so that your immune system can work better. HIV primarily targets the immune cells of your body. This medication lowers the chances of any complications of HIV. This medication is used only to improve quality of life and decrease the chances of spread of infection, not to cure the disease as it is currently not curable. This medication works by inhibiting and slowing down the activity of HIV-1 reverse transcriptase (an essential step in the spread of viruses).

The health and medical information provided here is for general purposes only and is not a substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, or other health care professional. It should not be understood to indicate that the use of this medicine is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always consult your health care professional before using this, or any other, drug.

Your pancreas may be very susceptible to this medication as there have been cases of possibly fatal problems when this medication has been used along with certain other HIV medications. If you develop any symptoms of pancreatitis, such as nausea, vomiting, or abdominal and back pain, you should immediately let your doctor know of them.

Stavudine has also been rarely known to cause fatal liver and blood problems. If you happen to experience any symptoms of liver problems. Some of them are jaundice, abdominal pain, or dark urine; seek medical help immediately.

Before you buy generic Zerit 40mg tablet online, make sure you are not allergic to any of the components of the medication. Please read the ingredient list, including the active ingredients, to determine it.

Keep your doctor informed about all the prescription and over-the-counter drugs you are taking so that they can make an informed decision about the dosage and frequency of your medications and suggest which medications to stop and what can cause a drug-drug reaction. Some drugs that interact with this medication are doxorubicin, orlistat, isoniazid, etc.  

Do not consume alcohol as it may further damage the liver and increase your risk of developing problems in the future.

If you miss a dose of this medication, do not take double doses, as it can harm your body. If you skip the dose, take the next one at your regular time.

Some common and mild side effects of this medication are:

• Headache

• Diarrhea

If you have these side effects, they are usually not a cause for concern. However, if they persist or worsen, you should discuss it with your doctor.

Some serious side effects that may occur along with the use of this medication are:

• Unexplained weight loss

• Severe tiredness

• Muscle aches or weakness

• Severe headaches that won’t go away

• Joint pain

• Numbness or tingling

• Vision changes

• Signs of infections

• Overactive thyroid

• Goiter

• Guillain-Barre Syndrome

• Peripheral neuropathy

If you encounter any of these symptoms, you should seek medical help immediately. If you have an allergic reaction to the medication, call an ambulance or your local emergency service immediately. After that, your doctor should closely monitor you.

• This medication is to be taken orally with a glass of water.

• Do not share this medication with anyone with the same or similar conditions. Take the medications at a regular time as prescribed by your doctor for the best effect.

• Practice safe sex or avoid intercourse to stop the spread of the infection to other people.