Nevirapine (Apo) TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: nevirapine
Pack: Nevirapine (Apo) 200 mg tablet, 60, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-NEVIRAPINE nevirapine 200 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Nevirapine immediate-release tablets in combination with antiretroviral agents are indicated for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents over the age of 16 years.,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
- Oral
- white, oval shaped scored biconvex tablets with engraved "APO" and bisect on one side and "NAV" bisect "200" on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 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
