Nevirapine Oral
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
- fever
- chills
- persistent sore throat
- easy bruising/bleeding
- new/severe tiredness
- fast breathing
- muscle pain/tenderness/weakness
- bluish fingernails/lips
- pale skin
Changes in body fat may occur while you are taking this medication (e.g., increased fat in the upper back and stomach areas, decreased fat in the arms and legs). The cause and long-term effects of these changes are unknown. Discuss the risks and benefits of therapy with your doctor, as well as the possible role of exercise to reduce this side effect.
If you are taking HIV medications for the first time, you may experience a return of symptoms from an old infection. Symptoms might include:
- new cough
- trouble breathing
- fever
- new vision problems
- new headaches
- new skin problems
Contact your doctor immediately if you should have any of these effects.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. See also Warning section.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Nevirapine Oral Medical Alert
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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