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Stavudine (also called Zerit®) is used to treat infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This medicine is one of a group called nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). Stavudine can slow down how soon you will see symptoms or slow the damage caused by HIV, but it cannot cure HIV infection.
It is available as 15-mg, 20-mg, 30-mg, and 40-mg capsules and as a liquid. All are taken by mouth.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, hives, itching, chills, fever, headache, muscle ache, shortness of breath, coughing, tightness in the throat, swelling of the face or neck.
Not all patients who take stavudine will experience these side effects. Common side effects are bolded, but there may be others. Please report all suspected side effects to your doctor or pharmacist.
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Be sure to discuss all questions and instructions with your doctor or pharmacist.