IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) is a natural neutraceutical medicine that contains natural immuno-modulatory and immunobooster activities. IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) is reported to be useful in the treatment of cancer, measles, AIDS, Herpes and viral Hepatitis. IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) contains nucleoside that supports many biological functions such as insulin and carbohydrate metabolism and immune mechanisms. IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) is not approved by Food and Drug Administration and it is not sold in United States, but in many Europe and Western countries. According to research reports, no adverse events are reported and hence the therapeutic dose of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) is safe for long term use. The active molecules of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) are found in organic red meat and in brewer’s yeast, but in a trace amount. IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) is used as an adjuvant therapy in subacute panencephalitis along with the immunobiologic drugs including interferons. The benefits of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) in athletes are disputed and no scientific proof is available.
Who should not take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine)?
You should not take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine), if you have pre-existing medical problems such as gout, gouty tophi with or without knee and joint pains, kidney stones with urate crystals in urine, hyperuricemia and abnormalities in purine metabolism, chest pain with underlying thrombosis problems, flu like problems or persistent bronchitis and skin rashes, hives or allergy. If you are pregnant woman, you should not take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine). If you are breastfeeding mother, you should consult your doctor before taking IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine).
IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) Side Effects:
In high doses, IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) can cause hyperuricemia (an increase in uric acid in blood) that result in gout, arthritis, kidney stones, persistent chest pain that spreads to the other parts of the body, skin rashes, pruritis, itching, flu like symptoms, difficulty in breathing and wheezing. These side effects are reported to be in the irrational use of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) by the athletes for their sports performance.
How should I take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine)?
The recommended dosage for the IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) is 5 – 6 gm, daily. IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) can be administered as a monotherapy or as a combined therapy with antiviral drugs or interferon. The following instruction should be followed to take the IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) – 5 – 6 gm (Daily): (1) Take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) Take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks. 4) Swallow IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) on a whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
What should I know about IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine)?
- Take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
- IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) can be taken with or without food.
- For IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
- It is important to take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
- Do not stop taking IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
- Store IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) as per the instructions on the label.
What happens if I miss a dose of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine)?
Take the missed dose of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine)?
If you experience abnormal symptoms like pain in the joints with nausea or vomiting, back pain, abdominal pain, difficulty in urination, asthma like symptoms, it may be a symptom of IMUNOVIR (Isoprinosine) overdose. In this case, try to seek emergency medical attention immediately.
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