Contact usLogin

Top Brand

18%
MoleculeSalt Composition

Our Recommendation

Zepdon 400mg Tablet

Zepdon 400mg Tablet

Cipla Ltd.
Bottle of 60 tablets

46+ trust this

who

WHO GMP Certified

46+ trust this

who

WHO GMP Certified

Doctor verified video thumbnail
All Our Medicines are
who icon

WHO GMP
Certified

return Image

15 Days Easy
Returns

Long Expiry

Long Expiry
(>8 Months)

who icon

WHO GMP
Certified

return Image

15 Days Easy
Returns

Long Expiry

Long Expiry
(>8 Months)

Delivery by

Used In

HIV infection

Customers also bought

More About Zepdon

Benefits
Side Effects
How to use
How it works
Manufacturer Address

Benefits

HIV infectionHIV infection

In HIV infection : Zepdon 400mg Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines.It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.In HIV infection : Zepdon 400mg Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines.It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.

Side Effects

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.

How to use

Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zepdon 400mg Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zepdon 400mg Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.

How it works

Zepdon 400mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells. Thus stops the HIV virus from producing new viruses.Zepdon 400mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells. Thus stops the HIV virus from producing new viruses.

Alcohol

Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Zepdon 400mg Tablet .Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Zepdon 400mg Tablet .

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Zepdon 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.Seek medical advice from your doctor: Zepdon 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Zepdon 400mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Zepdon 400mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Not Safe: Zepdon 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.Not Safe: Zepdon 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Zepdon 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zepdon 400mg Tablet is recommended.Safe when prescribed by an expert: Zepdon 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zepdon 400mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

Caution Advised: Zepdon 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zepdon 400mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Limited information is available on the use of Zepdon 400mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.Caution Advised: Zepdon 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zepdon 400mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Limited information is available on the use of Zepdon 400mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Manufacturer Address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

Frequently asked questions

How does Zepdon 400mg Tablet work?
Zepdon 400mg Tablet inhibits HIV viral replication by blocking the integrase enzyme, which is essential for the virus's multiplication and survival.
Is raltegravir a protease inhibitor?
No, raltegravir is an anti-HIV drug and does not inhibit the enzyme protease.
What is Zepdon 400mg Tablet used for?
Zepdon 400mg Tablet is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.

Checkout Editorial Policy

References

  • Flexner C. Antiretroviral Agents and Treatment of HIV Infection. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1658-659

  • Safrin S. Antiviral Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 866-67

  • Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1192-194

  • Raltegravir potassium. Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire: Merck Sharp & Dohme Limited; 2007 (28 Jan 2019)

  • Raltegravir. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: MERCK & CO., Inc.; 2007 (01 Apr. 2019)

  • Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) (01 Apr. 2019)

Disclaimer

PlatinumRx is dedicated to delivering dependable and trustworthy information to empower our customers. However, the information presented here is solely for general informational purposes and should not be utilized for diagnosing, preventing, or treating health issues. It is not intended to establish a doctor-patient relationship or serve as a substitute for professional medical advice.