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In t r o d u c t io n You recently started taking medication against the hiv-virus. This folder provides information on issues such as the problems that may arise. If you still have questions having read this folder, please do not hesitate to ask. The doctors and nurses will be pleased to explain in more detail. Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if y o u h a v e t o v o m it a f t e r t a k i n g t h e medication? If you see the remainder of the medication in the vomit, then you must take another dose immediately. If you have taken the medication without eating, and you have vomited within the hour, you must take another dose immediately. If you have taken the medication with food and you have vomited within three hours, you must take another dose immediately. If you have vomited more than three hours after taking the medication, then you don’t need to take another dose of your medication. Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if y o u h a v e d ia r r h o e a ? Diarrhoea can have a number of causes. With persistent diarrhoea (more than three times a day) contact your doctor. Always inform your doctor if there is blood in your diarrhoea.
Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if t a k i n g t h e medication m a k e s y o u fe e l s i c k o r if y o u ex p e r i e n c e s i d e e f fe c t s? Never stop taking the medication on your own initiative and never change the prescribed dose in any way. This increases the risk of resistance. If the complaints persist or worsen, consult with your doctor. Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if y o u f in d it d i f f i c u l t t o sw a l l ow t h e medication? If the medication may be taken with food, you can first crush it in some jam or yoghurt, for instance. Most drugs can be crushed, except for capsules. Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if y o u h a v e f o r g o t t e n t o t a k e y o u r medication? Take your medication immediately, as soon as you remember, and then return to the usual pattern. Wh a t a b o u t a l t e r n a t i v e m e d i c i n e s, h o m e o p a t h y a n d p l a n t e x t r a c t s? Every form of medication, even so-called harmless plant extracts and products that you can obtain from a pharmacy or drug store without a prescription, should first be discussed with your doctor. Even ‘harmless’ products can strengthen or weaken the effects of your medication.
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