Reatix Combi Kit 6'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Atazanavir 300 mg+Emtricitabine 200 mg+Ritonavir 100 mg+Tenofovir 300 mg
Manufacturer
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT REATIX COMBI KITREATIX COMBI KIT is a combination of Atazanavir, Emtricitabine, Ritonavir and Tenofovir which belongs to the group of medicines called Antiretrovirals. It is used to manage HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. HIV targets the immune system and weakens your defense against many infections that people with healthy immune systems can fight off. As the virus destroys and impairs the function of immune cells, infected individuals gradually become immunodeficient and reach the most advanced stage of HIV infection called acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). It may present with the symptoms of any other infection like fever, throat pain, extreme tiredness, weight loss, muscle pain. During the management, your physician might take regular blood tests to avoid any untoward
Uses
OF REATIX COMBI KIT Used to manage HIV infection
How It Works
REATIX COMBI KIT helps to control HIV infection where Atazanavir and Ritonavir are protease inhibitors that work by inhibiting the protease enzyme production, which is required by the HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This effect helps to inhibit viral replication. Emtricitabine and Tenofovir are nucleo
Directions for Use
Take REATIX COMBI KIT as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
alcohol while taking REATIX COMBI KIT as it may cause bone problems. Before taking REATIX COMBI KIT, inform your physician if you have any end-stage kidney disease, liver problems, are infected with hepatitis B, diabetes, history of pathologic bone fracture or at risk for osteopenia and haemophilia. Inform your physician if you are pregnant before taking REATIX COMBI KIT. You should not breastfeed while taking REATIX COMBI KIT. This medicine is not suitable for use in children (weighing less than 40 kgs). Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking REATIX COMBI KIT. The most common side effects of taking REATIX COMBI KIT are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, headache, dizziness, depression, insomnia, abnormal dreams, abdominal pain, asthenia, malaise, anorexia, paresthesia, depression, fever, taste perversion, rash. Contact your physician if any of the above side effects worsen. USES OF REATIX COMBI KIT Used to manage HIV infection HOW REATIX COMBI KIT WORKSREATIX COMBI KIT helps to control HIV infection where Atazanavir and Ritonavir are protease inhibitors that work by inhibiting the protease enzyme production, which is required by the HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This effect helps to inhibit viral replication. Emtricitabine and Tenofovir are nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) that inhibit HIV replication through incorporation into viral DNA by binding to different sites of the enzyme HIV reverse transcriptase, resulting in the obstruction of viral DNA synthesis. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake REATIX COMBI KIT as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF REATIX COMBI KITCOMMON feeling weak nausea headache stomach pain vomiting diarrhea loss of appetite depression fever dizziness trouble sleeping numbness tingling or burning of hands or feet muscle pain abnormal dreams rash RAREStop taking REATIX COMBI KIT and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reactions (shortness of breath, ill feeling or flu-like symptoms, fever, muscle or joint aches, conjunctivitis, blisters, mouth sores, swelling of the face) yellowing of the skin or eyes heart rhythm change
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYREATIX COMBI KIT should be used in pregnancy only if considered necessary by your physician, as it is not known if it will harm your unborn baby. Consult your physician before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGREATIX COMBI KIT is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Consult your physician before taking it and ask about the best way to feed your baby. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or extremely tired after taking REATIX COMBI KIT. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking REATIX COMBI KIT as it may cause bone problems. KIDNEYREATIX COMBI KIT should be used with caution in patients who have or had any kidney disease or undergoing dialysis. Consult your physician before taking it. LIVERREATIX COMBI KIT should be used with caution in patients who have or had any liver disease like hepatitis B or C. Consult your physician before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take REATIX COMBI KIT if you are allergic to Atazanavir, Emtricitabine, Ritonavir, Tenofovir or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking REATIX COMBI KIT, inform your physician if you: have diabetes have a history of pathologic bone fracture or are at risk for osteopenia have haemophilia Use in Pediatrics: Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking REATIX COMBI KIT. Use in Geriatrics: REATIX COMBI KIT should be used with caution in elderly patients (65 years and older). Consult your physician before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking REATIX COMBI KIT, inform your physician if you are taking any of the following medicines: antiarrhythmics (Ex. amiodarone, bepridil, lidocaine, quinidine) medicines used to thin the blood (Ex. warfarin) medicines used to manage epilepsy and depression (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, St. John’s Wort) medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. voriconazole, ketoconazole, itraconazole) medicine used to manage gout (Ex. colchicine) medicine used as antipsychotics (Ex. quetiapine and lurasidone) calcium channel blocker (Ex. felodipine, nifedipine, nicardipine and verapamil) medicine used as immunosuppressants (Ex. cyclosporin, sirolimus, tacrolimus) hormonal contraceptives (Ex. ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate or norethindrone) medicine used to manage cancer (Ex. dasatinib, nilotinib, vincristine, vinblastine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of REATIX COMBI KIT, contact your physician immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Atazanavir, Emtricitabine, Ritonavir and Tenofovir Pharmacological Category : Antiretrovirals Therapeutic Indication : HIV infection Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep REATIX COMBI KIT out of reach of children Do not store REATIX COMBI KIT above 25°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Reatix Combi Kit 6'S.
Can I develop rash while taking REATIX COMBI KIT?
Skin rash is the most common side effect of REATIX COMBI KIT. Rashes may turn serious, so stop taking this medicine and go to your physician the moment you develop a rash.
Can I drink alcohol with REATIX COMBI KIT?
Consuming alcohol with REATIX COMBI KIT may put you at a greater risk of developing a bone problem called osteonecrosis (bone cell death), so it is better to avoid it. Consult your physician for further queries.
How does REATIX COMBI KIT cure HIV infection?
REATIX COMBI KIT does not manage HIV infection. It reduces the amount of HIV virus in your body and increases CD4 cell counts (a type of white blood cell, which is important in maintaining a healthy immune system to help fight infection). It is very important that you remain under the care of your physician.
Can REATIX COMBI KIT be taken during pregnancy?
REATIX COMBI KIT should be used in pregnant women only if considered necessary by your physician. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, consult your physician before taking it. Inform your physician immediately if you become pregnant during management with REATIX COMBI KIT.
Does REATIX COMBI KIT change my body shape?
Management with REATIX COMBI KIT might cause redistribution, accumulation or loss of body fat, which might lead to a change in your body shape. Contact your physician if you notice any such changes.
What if I miss a dose of REATIX COMBI KIT?
If you miss a dose of REATIX COMBI KIT, take it if you remember immediately. However, omit if it is more than 6 hours past the missed dose. Do not take REATIX COMBI KIT twice to make up for a forgotten dose.
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Last Updated
19 Jan 2023