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Hivid (zalcitabine)

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Updated November 29, 2008

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 Hivid (zalcitabine)

Hivid Tablet

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Classification:
Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor (NRTI)
Form:
  • 0.75mg tablet
Dosage:
One 0.75mg tablet three times each day.
Instructions:
  • May take with or without food, however taking with food may decrease nausea.
  • Take at same times each day.
Side effects to report to your doctor:
  • Numbness, tingling, or burning of the feet or hands
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea / vomiting
  • Rash
  • Fever
  • Ulcers in the mouth
Drug interactions or incompatibility:
  • Hivid should not be used in regimens containing Videx or Videx EC.
  • Should not take magnesium or aluminum containing antacids when taking Hivid.
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