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Overview
COBICISTAT is a Schedule H drug.Cobicistat reduces the action of enzymes in your liver that break down certain antiviral medicines. This allows the antiviral medicines to be used more safely and effectively at lower doses. Cobicistat is given together with atazanavir or darunavir to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in adults. HIV is the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Cobicistat is given only to help increase your blood levels of atazanavir or darunavir.
Usage
COBICISTAT is generally used to treat: AIDSFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
COBICISTAT is generally taken With Food.Route of Administration: Oral
Precautions
Do not have unprotected sex or share razors or toothbrushes. TalkSymptoms of Overdosage
COBICISTAT over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
COBICISTAT : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chills, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Head Headache, Body Itching, Nausea, Back Pain, Vomit, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful)Rare Side-Effects
COBICISTAT : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Face SwellingDisease Interactions
COBICISTAT can interfere with: Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
COBICISTAT is categorized as: ANTIVIRAL BOOSTERS / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVESStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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