Rescriptor (Delavirdine)

What is Rescriptor?

Rescriptor is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor.

What is Rescriptor used for?

Rescriptor, in combination with at least 2 other anti-HIV medicines, is used for the treatment of HIV-1 infection.

How does Rescriptor work?

Rescriptor works by restraining the growth and replication of the HIV virus, which is said to cause AIDS.

How to use Rescriptor

Follow the instructions given by your doctor and in case of any queries regarding dosage, go through the instruction leaflet attached with it.

Rescriptor can be swallowed as a whole or dissolved in water, and has no link with food. If you intend to dissolve it for consumption, make sure you add at least 3 ounces of water to it.

Let the tablet dissolve fully, and then drink it immediately. Drink some more water in the same glass to ensure that the entire dose is taken.

Rescriptor warnings and precautions

Rescriptor should be taken in recommendation from your doctor in the prescribed amount. An increase in the dosage might result in increased risk of side effects. Do it only when your doctor tells you to.

As Rescriptor does not protect you from contagion through sexual contact, you are advised to use better contraceptive measures. Avoid using shared needles or any other personal items.

You might witness a change in body fat or some rashes; contact your doctor right away as these problems, if left unchecked, can prove to be troublesome.

Your doctor is likely to ask you for some lab tests. Do not miss any of these, as these are done to monitor the risk of side effects in your body.

Elders are said to be more sensitive to such drugs, so kindly talk to your doctor before commencing with the treatment. Also, the safety and efficacy of Rescriptor has yet not been verified in children below the age of 16, so take necessary precautionary measures.

Pregnant and lactating women should talk to their doctors regarding the risk involved.

What do I do if I have missed a Rescriptor dose?

If you have missed your Rescriptor dose, you should take it instantly. If it’s time for the next dose, skip the missed one and go back to the routine.

What do I do if I have taken a Rescriptor overdose?

If you have taken a Rescriptor overdose, you should contact your nearest poison control centre and make sure you consult your physician.

Rescriptor interactions

Before you commence with your treatment with Rescriptor, tell your doctor about all your prescribed and non-prescribed dosages.

There are some medicines that might react with Rescriptor. These include rifampin, St. John’s wort, and HIV protease inhibitors. These drugs are said to decrease the efficacy of Rescriptor.

Furthermore, there are some medicines that can augment the risks associated with the medicine. These are pimozide, cisapride, ergot alkaloids, HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, HIV protease inhibitors, sildenafil, benzodiazepines, and H₁ antagonists.

Rescriptor side effects

In case of severe problems like eye infection, muscle or joint pain, inflammation of the eye, swelling, rash, blisters or allergic reactions like tightness in the chest, hives, skin rash, swelling of mouth, face, lips, or tongue, contact your doctor.

The less serious or common side effects of Rescriptor include diarrhea, stomach pain, redistribution of body fat, depression, nausea, headache, and bronchitis.

These problems though are not very grave but in case they persist or grow more with time, seek medical aid at once.