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Retrovir
Retrovir

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Used to address HIV, this generic medicine inhibits the reverse transcriptase enzyme to disrupt the replication cycle of the viral genetic material within the host cells.
Ingredient
Zidovudine
Category
HIV Management
Availability
In Stock
Delivery Time
Airmail (14-21 days) | Trackable (5-9 days)
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Product Sheet

Active Ingredient(s)
Zidovudine
Reference Brand
Zidovudine
Product Origin
Generic Alternative
Reference Manufacturer
ViiV Healthcare
Product Form
Tablet
Regulatory Classification
Prescription Only Medicine
Primary Category
Antivirals
Product Category
Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor (NRTI)
Pharmacological Class
NRTI
Manufacturer Description
Developed to mitigate retroviral progression to support CD4 cell count and target viral DNA polymerase.
Mechanism of Action
Incorporates into viral DNA, acting as a chain terminator to prevent reverse transcriptase from completing viral replication.
Route of Administration
Oral
Onset Time
2–4 weeks
Duration
8–12 hours
Contraindications
Severe bone marrow suppression, Hypersensitivity to zidovudine
Severe Adverse Events
Lactic acidosis — requires immediate medical attention, Severe bone marrow suppression — requires immediate medical attention
Common Side Effects
Nausea, Headache, Fatigue
Uncommon Side Effects
Anemia, Leukopenia, Myopathy
Drug Interactions
Ribavirin, Ganciclovir, Methotrexate
Pregnancy Safety Warnings
TGA Category C: Deemed safe and vital to prevent mother-to-child transmission. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Age Restrictions
Approved for pediatric and adult populations.
Storage Guidelines
Store below 25°C.
Related Products
Combivir, Epivir
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