Videx 2 gram Pediatric Oral
Generic Name: DIDANOSINE (DDI) SOLUTION - ORALPronounced: (dye-DAN-oh-seen)
Videx 2 gram Pediatric Oral Uses
This drug is used in combination with other medications to help control your HIV infection, thereby improving your quality of life. It also lowers your risk of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer). Didanosine belongs to a class of drugs known as nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors-NRTI.
Didanosine is not a cure for HIV and it does not prevent the spread of HIV to others through sexual contact or blood contamination (such as sharing used needles).
How To Use Videx 2 gram Pediatric Oral
Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using didanosine and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Take this medication by mouth usually 1-2 times a day on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal, or as directed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose. Carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose.
Didanosine solution is mixed by your pharmacist with an antacid to form a suspension. The antacid can interfere with your body's ability to absorb certain drugs, especially if you take them around the same time. These drugs include quinolone antibiotics (such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), tetracycline antibiotics (such as doxycycline, minocycline), levodopa, thyroid medications (such as levothyroxine), azole antifungals (such as ketoconazole, itraconazole), and drugs for osteoporosis (bisphosphonates such as alendronate). This is not a complete list. Consult with your pharmacist how long you must wait between doses of your other medications and didanosine solution. Do not take other antacids or acid-lowering drugs (such as cimetidine, omeprazole, ranitidine) with this product without talking with your doctor first.
The dosage is based on your weight, medical condition, and response to treatment.
