Nevirapine (Alphapharm) TM
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Active ingredients: nevirapine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NEVIRAPINE VIATRIS nevirapine 200 mg tablet bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Nevirapine Viatris in combination with antiretroviral agents is indicated for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults. Resistant virus emerges rapidly when nevirapine is administered as monotherapy or in dual combination therapy with an antiretroviral agent. Therefore, nevirapine should always be administered in combination with at least two additional antiretroviral agents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- White to off-white, oval shaped, biconvex uncoated tablet, debossed with 'NE" scoreline "200' on one side and "M" scoreline on the other side
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 pack
- 60 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient nevirapine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
