Virem 600mg Tablet belongs to a class of antiretroviral drugs called protease inhibitors primarily used to treat HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection in adults and children aged 3 years and above weighing at least 15kg. HIV is a virus that targets the immune system, primarily white blood cells. HIV destroys white blood cells and reduces a person's resistance to infections.

Virem 600mg Tablet contains Darunavir that works by inhibiting a protein called protease, which is required by virus-infected cells to generate new viruses. As a result, Virem 600mg Tablet reduces the amount of HIV in the body. Thereby, helps improve the immune system and lowers the risk of developing any illness related to HIV infection.

Take Virem 600mg Tablet with food. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, Virem 600mg Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not necessitate medical treatment and fade away with time. Please check with your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor before taking Virem 600mg Tablet if you are pregnant. Due to the risk of HIV transmission, women infected with HIV are recommended not to breastfeed. Virem 600mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Virem 600mg Tablet should not be given to children below 3 years of age or weighing below 15kg as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption as it may cause increased dizziness. Keep your doctor updated about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Virem 600mg Tablet falls under the category of antiretroviral agents. It is primarily used to treat HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection in adults and children aged 3 years and above weighing at least 15kg. Virem 600mg Tablet works by inhibiting a protein enzyme called protease, which is required by virus-infected cells to generate new viruses. As a result, Virem 600mg Tablet reduces the amount of HIV in the body. Thereby, helps improve the immune system and lowers the risk of developing any illness related to HIV infection.

• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
• Dyspepsia
• Flatulence
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Drowsiness
• Numbness
• Tingling or pain in hands or feet
• Difficulty falling asleep

Please do not take Virem 600mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its constituents or if you have severe liver problems. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, infections, haemophilia, musculoskeletal problems, rash, kidney or liver impairment. Consult your doctor before taking Virem 600mg Tablet if you are pregnant. Due to the risk of HIV transmission, women infected with HIV are recommended not to breastfeed. Virem 600mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Virem 600mg Tablet should not be given to children below 3 years of age or weighing below 15kg as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption as it may cause increased dizziness. While taking this medication, you can still pass on HIV, though the risk is reduced by effective antiretroviral therapy. Discuss with your doctor the precautions you should take to avoid infecting others. Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice any signs or symptoms of infection or inflammation. Keep your doctor updated on your health condition and medications to rule out any negative effects or adverse events.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Virem 600mg Tablet may interact with similar category antiretroviral medications (e.g. emtricitabine, tenofovir alafenamide, etravirine), medicines used to treat high blood pressure (e.g. diltiazem), medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g. avanafil), medicines used to treat allergy symptoms (e.g. astemizole, terfenadine), medicines used to help you sleep and/or relieve anxiety (e.g. triazolam, midazolam), medicines used to treat stomach conditions (e.g. cisapride), medicines used to treat migraine headaches (e.g. ergotamine, dihydroergotamine, ergometrine), medicines used to treat certain heart disorders (e.g. quinidine, ranolazine, amiodarone), medicines used to treat high blood pressure in the pulmonary circulation (e.g. sildenafil), anticoagulant medications (e.g. dabigatran, ticagrelor), and herbal medicine used to treat depression (e.g. St. John's wort).

Drug-Food Interactions: As a precautionary measure, limit consumption of alcoholic beverages.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before taking Virem 600mg Tablet if you have/had severe liver problems, haemophilia (bleeding disorder), hepatotoxicity (a chronic liver disease), and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels).

• EMTRICITABINE
• TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE
• ETRAVIRINE
• DILTIAZEM
• AVANAFIL
• ASTEMIZOLE
• TERFENADINE
• TRIAZOLAM
• MIDAZOLAM
• CISAPRIDE
• ERGOTAMINE
• DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
• ERGOMETRINE
• QUINIDINE
• RANOLAZINE
• AMIODARONE
• SILDENAFIL
• DABIGATRAN
• TICAGRELOR
• ST JOHN'S WORT

• Take care of your mental health. Fear and anxiety can hamper the immune system as well. Therapy, yoga, and meditation effectively provide peace of mind.
• Spending time with family or doing whatever makes you happy might help minimise emotional and physical stress.
• Never exchange personal objects that have been contaminated with bodily fluids or blood, such as razor blades or toothbrushes.
• Never share used needles, other injection or drug equipment as it may spread viruses.
• Use condoms for safe sex; it helps to reduce contact with sperm and vaginal fluids.
• Other sexually transmitted infections, such as gonorrhoea or syphilis, can make you more susceptible to HIV infection.
• Consume a well-balanced diet. Include vitamin and nutrient-rich foods like dark-green, yellow, orange, red vegetables and fruits to enhance your immune system. Choose lean protein and whole carbohydrates over-processed foods.

• Monitoring liver function before and during medication, especially in individuals with underlying chronic hepatitis, or cirrhosis.
• Glucose levels should be monitored. During post-marketing surveillance, hyperglycemia has been found in HIV-infected patients receiving protease inhibitor medication.
• It is essential that you do not miss or skip any doses while on treatment. If you miss a dosage of Virem 600mg Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose. Avoid double dosing.

HIV infection: HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that damages immune system cells and impairs your ability to fight infections and diseases. People with HIV experience flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, rash, night sweats, muscle aches, tiredness, and sore throat. These symptoms usually last for days to several weeks. It spreads through body fluids such as semen, vaginal fluid, and blood. If left untreated, this condition can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). It is a life-long condition, and there is no definite cure. However, it can be controlled by treatment with antiretroviral drugs.