Zerit
· Trade Name
ZERIT
· Generic Name
Stavudine
· Drug Class
Anti-Viral Medication
HIV Medication
· How It Works
Medication inhibits viral reverse transcriptase
· Serious Side Effects
diabetes mellitus
fat redistribution
lactic acidosis
hepatomegaly
hepatotoxicity
hyperlactatemia
leukopenia
motor weakness
pancreatitis
peripheral neuropathy
thrombocytopenia
· Common Side Effects
fever
nausea
vomiting
headache
diarrhea
rash
peripheral neuropathy
elevated liver enzymes
elevated amylase
elevated lipase
chills
abdominal pain
anorexia
myalgia
insomnia
anemia
Posted on March 1, 2009
