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Uses
Didanosine, a reverse transcriptase inhibitor, is used to treat the HIV.
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How to use
Take exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.
Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.
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Side effects
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
fever
any allergic reaction
chills
inflammation of the pancreas(inform your doctor immediately)
nerve/liver damage
vision changes
palpitations of the heart
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Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
sparfloxacin
ketoconazole
levofloxacin
ciprofloxacin
delavirdine
doxycycline
enoxacin
gatifloxacin
indinavir
nelfinavir
norfloxacin
ofloxacin
ribavirin
ritonavir
tenofovir
tetracycline
trovafloxacin
itraconazole
minocycline
moxifloxacin
Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
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Overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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Notes
Inform your doctor if you have diseases or conditions of the kidney/liver /pancreas.
Be careful about any other form of blood contact.
Do not share needles or syringes with anyone.
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Missed Dose
Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.
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Other uses
Ask your health care professional for more information.
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Storage
Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F / 15- 30 degrees C, away from heat and moisture.
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Precaution
Avoid sexual contact.
If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.
If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.
Do not treat yourself with OTC medication whilst on a course with this medication, without consulting with your health care professional.
Avoid alcohol and alcohol containing beverages whilst on a course with this medication.