Retromin-Iv Infusion is an antiretroviral medicine used in the treatment of HIV. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a retroviral infection that attacks and damages the cells of the immune system. This weakens the ability to fight against infections and diseases. If this condition is left untreated, it can lead to Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Symptoms of HIV include fever, chills, night sweats, muscle aches, etc. This medicine is also used for the prevention of maternal-fetal HIV transmission.

Retromin-Iv Infusion contains Zidovudine, which belongs to the class of protease nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI). It works by inhibiting the nucleoside reverse transcriptase enzymes necessary for the virus's DNA reproduction. This causes inhibition of viral replication and thereby prevents further spread of infection.

Retromin-Iv Infusion may cause certain side effects such as nausea, headache, stomach pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, cough, diarrhoea, nasal congestion, fever, tiredness, muscle pain, dizziness, injection site reactions and pain at the injection site. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. Retromin-Iv Infusion will be administered by a trained healthcare professional in the hospital setting. Hence, do not self-administer

Retromin-Iv Infusion should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Before receiving this medicine, inform your doctor if you have heart problems, liver/kidney diseases, haematological toxicity, severe anaemia, hepatomegaly with steatosis, lactic acidosis, or peripheral nephropathy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking this medicine. Consult your pediatrician about the use of Retromin-Iv Infusion in children. If prescribed, the child should be carefully monitored for any changes. Retromin-Iv Infusion is used to treat the infection but does not cure or prevent it. 

Retromin-Iv Infusion contains Zidovudine, which belongs to the class of protease nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI). It works by inhibiting the nucleoside reverse transcriptase enzymes that are necessary for the virus's DNA reproduction. This causes inhibition of viral replication and thereby prevents further spread of infection. Retromin-Iv Infusion is used in the treatment of HIV infection and helps reduce the symptoms, control the infection, and prevent opportunistic infections effectively. It also helps in improving the quality of life of a patient with HIV. 

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Back pain
• Loss of appetite
• Tiredness
• Nasal congestion
• Fever
• Cough
• Injection site reactions
• Pain at the site of injection

Retromin-Iv Infusion should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Before receiving this medicine, inform your doctor if you have heart problems, liver/kidney diseases, haematological toxicity, severe anaemia, hepatomegaly with steatosis, lactic acidosis, or peripheral nephropathy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Retromin-Iv Infusion . Consult your pediatrician about the use of Retromin-Iv Infusion in children. If prescribed, the child should be carefully monitored for any changes. Retromin-Iv Infusion is used to treat the infection but does not cure or prevent it. Inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you take to avoid possible interactions. Retromin-Iv Infusion may cause dizziness; hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Retromin-Iv Infusion may interact with contraceptives (ethyl estradiol, norethindrone), immunosuppressants (cyclosporin, sirolimus, tacrolimus), antiretroviral drugs (stavudine, ritonavir), cytotoxic drugs (idarubicin, epirubicin, doxorubicin), antiviral medicine (ganciclovir).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have cardiac problems, hepatomegaly with steatosis, lactic acidosis, and peripheral nephropathy before starting treatment with Retromin-Iv Infusion .

• CYCLOSERINE
• SIROLIMUS
• TACROLIMUS
• RITONAVIR
• STAVUDINE
• IDARUBICIN
• EPIRUBICIN
• GANCICLOVIR

• Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Eat vitamin and nutrient-rich food such as vegetables and fruit as it helps to boost your immune system. Try to take lean protein and whole grains.
• Avoid eating raw meat and eggs. Consume properly boiled and cooked meat, poultry or seafood.
• Eat bland and low-fat foods, and avoid spicy or oily foods if you experience nausea or vomiting.
• Never share personal items with body fluids or blood on them, such as razor blades or toothbrushes.
• Avoid sharing used needles, other injection or drug equipment.
• Get tested for other sexually transmitted infections, such as gonorrhoea or syphilis.
• Try to reduce emotional and physical stress by spending time with your family or doing whatever makes you happy.
• Drink more fluids and avoid alcoholic beverages to prevent dehydration. 

• Get an HIV test done at least every three months.
• Regular kidney and liver function and bone mineral density tests while taking Retromin-Iv Infusion are advised. 
• Regular blood tests should be done while receiving Retromin-Iv Infusion .
• Retromin-Iv Infusion may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with HIV infection or AIDS. So, people receiving Retromin-Iv Infusion should be carefully monitored throughout the treatment.

HIV Infection: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a retroviral infection that attacks and damages the cells of the immune system. This weakens the ability to fight against infections and diseases. If this condition is left untreated, it can lead to Acquired Immuno Deficiency Virus (AIDS). Symptoms of HIV include headache, fever, chills, joint pain, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat, mouth nodes, muscle aches, etc. Retromin-Iv Infusion helps reduce the symptoms, control the infection, and also helps improve the HIV patient’s quality of life.