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Viramune ( ne-VYE-ra-peen) is used, with other medicines, in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Viramune will not cure HIV infection or AIDS; however, it helps keep HIV from reproducing and appears to slow down the destruction of the immune system. This may help delay the development of problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease. Viramune will not keep you from spreading HIV to other people. People who receive Viramune may continue to have other problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease. Viramune is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Oral Oral suspension (U.S.) Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Viramune is used in combination with other medications to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in patients with or without acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).Viramune is in a class of medications called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs). It works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood. Viramune does not cure HIV and may not prevent you from developing HIV-related illnesses.Viramune does not prevent the spread of HIV to other people. Viramune comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken with or without food once a day for 2 weeks and twice a day after the first 2 weeks. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Viramune exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Swallow Viramune with liquids such as water, milk, or soda. Shake the liquid gently before each use to mix the medication evenly. Use an oral dosing cup or dosing syringe to measure your dose. It is best to use a syringe, especially if your dose is less than 5 mL (1 teaspoon). If you use a dosing cup, first drink all of the medication that you measured in the dosing cup. Then fill the dosing cup with water and drink the water to be sure that you get your full dose. Viramune may control HIV but will not cure it. Continue to take Viramune even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Viramune or any of the other medications that you are taking to treat HIV or AIDS without talking to your doctor.Your doctor will probably tell you to stop taking your medications in a certain order. If you miss doses or stop taking Viramune, your condition may become more difficult to treat. If you do not take Viramune for 7 days or longer, do not start taking it again without talking to your doctor. Your doctor will start you on a low dose of Viramune, and increase your dose after 2 weeks. Brand names: - Nevirapine - Viramune |