Stahope 40mg Tablet 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. Stahope 40mg Tablet is used with other antiretroviral medicines to treat HIV infection.

Stahope 40mg Tablet contains Stavudine, 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. Stahope 40mg Tablet is only used to treat the infection but not cure or prevent it.

Stahope 40mg Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, headache, stomach pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, cough, diarrhoea, nasal congestion, fever, tiredness, muscle pain, dizziness, and allergic reactions. 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. Stahope 40mg Tablet should be taken as advised by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on your health condition. Do not take more than the recommended dose.

Stahope 40mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or if you are pregnant and breastfeeding. Inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you take to prevent possible interactions. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have heart problems, liver/kidney diseases, blood disorders, or gastrointestinal disorders. This medicine may cause hepatic impairment, severe anaemia, pancreatitis, lactic acidosis, severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, hepatic toxicity, or peripheral problems. Stahope 40mg Tablet should be used in children only if recommended by the doctor. If prescribed, the child should be carefully monitored for any changes.

Stahope 40mg Tablet contains Stavudine, 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. Stahope 40mg Tablet is combined with other antiretroviral medicines to help reduce the symptoms, control the disease, and prevent opportunistic infections effectively. It also helps improve the quality of life of a patient with HIV.

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Decreased platelet count
• Loss of appetite
• Tiredness
• Anorexia
• Diarrhoea
• Headache

Stahope 40mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it or If you are pregnant and breastfeeding. Inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you take to prevent possible interactions. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have heart problems, liver/kidney diseases, blood disorders, or gastrointestinal disorders. This medicine may cause hepatic impairment, severe anaemia, pancreatitis, lactic acidosis, severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, hepatic toxicity, or peripheral problems. Inform your doctor about your complete medication history, especially the use of Stahope 40mg Tablet with didanosine and hydroxyurea regimen or interferon and ribavirin-based regimen, zidovudine, ganciclovir, ritonavir, daunorubicin, bleomycin, idarubicin, epirubicin and doxorubicin as it can cause serious adverse effects. Stahope 40mg Tablet should be used in children only if recommended by the doctor. If prescribed, the child should be carefully monitored for any changes. Stahope 40mg Tablet treats the infection but does not cure or prevent it. This medicine may cause dizziness; hence, avoid driving or operating machines while taking Stahope 40mg Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Stahope 40mg Tablet may interact with antifungal medications (e.g. Ketoconazole), anticancer medications (e.g. Bexarotene, Pexidartinib), antirheumatic drugs (e.g. Leflunomide), lipid-lowering drugs (e.g. lomitapide) and HIV medications (e.g. Zidovudine)

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Stahope 40mg Tablet interacts with various disease conditions, including Bone Marrow Depression/Low Blood Counts, hepatotoxicity (damage to your liver), diabetes, Alcoholism, pancreatitis (pancreas inflammation), Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), Peripheral neuropathy (peripheral nerve damage) and Renal dysfunction.

• CYCLOSPORIN
• TACROLIMUS
• SIROLIMUS
• ZIDOVUDINE
• RITONAVIR
• IDARUBICIN
• DIDANOSINE
• RIBAVIRIN

• Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Eat vitamin-rich and nutrient-rich food such as vegetables and fruit, which 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.
• 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.
• 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 an HIV test done at least every three months.
• You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with HIV infection or AIDS. So, people taking Stahope 40mg Tablet should be carefully monitored throughout the treatment.
• Regular kidney and liver function and bone mineral density tests while taking Stahope 40mg Tablet are advised. Regularly get blood and urine tests done while taking Stahope 40mg Tablet.

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. Stahope 40mg Tablet helps reduce the symptoms, control the infection, and also helps improve the HIV patient’s quality of life.