Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Storage Conditions
- 13 Available Alternatives
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Overview
ATOVAQUONE is a Schedule H drug.Atovaquone treats and prevents a type of bacterial pneumonia that can develop in patients with AIDS.
It belongs to the class of Anti protozoal agents. It works by stopping the growth of protozoa which can cause pneumonia.
Usage
ATOVAQUONE is generally used to treat: Pneumonia, Respiratory InfectionATOVAQUONE can address symptoms like: Cough, Fever, Difficulty Breathing, Fatigue (tiredness)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
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: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
How Do I Take It?
ATOVAQUONE is generally taken With Food.Route of Administration: Oral
Precautions
Caution should be exercised in the patients with the history of stomach pain or intestinal problems, Lung disease, Liver impairment and allergic reactions.Symptoms of Overdosage
ATOVAQUONE over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Upset Stomach, Skin IrritationCommon Side-Effects
ATOVAQUONE : Fever, Chronic Fatigue Disorder, Acute Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Fever, Chills, CoughSerious Side-Effects
ATOVAQUONE : Excessive Sweating, Night Sweats, Vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Back Pain, Difficulty Urinating, Head HeadacheRare Side-Effects
ATOVAQUONE : Pancreatitis, Hypoglycemia, Hepatitis, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, NauseaDisease Interactions
ATOVAQUONE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Gastrointestinal BleedingTechnical Classification
ATOVAQUONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVESStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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