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Azelastine is a prescription medication used to treat allergy symptoms of the eyes or nose such as runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching. This medication belongs to a group of drugs called antihistamines. It works by preventing histamine release and by blocking histamine at receptors. Histamine is a chemical of the immune system that causes allergy symptoms.
Azelastine comes in nasal spray form to be sprayed into your nose, usually twice a day.
Azelastine also comes in eye drop form to be applied into the affected eye(s) twice a day.
Videx EC is a prescription medication used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Videx EC belongs to a class of drugs called nucleoside analogues which work by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood.
This medication comes in extended-release capsules. It is usually taken once daily, on an empty stomach.
Swallow Videx EC capsules whole. Do not split, chew, crush, break, or dissolve them. Tell your doctor if you are unable to swallow the extended-release capsules whole.
Common side effects of Videx EC include diarrhea, nausea, headache, and rash.
Didanosine is a prescription medication used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Didanosine belongs to a class of drugs called nucleoside analogues which work by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood.
This medication comes in extended-release capsules (Videx EC) and a liquid form to be taken by mouth on an empty stomach. The capsules are usually taken once daily. The liquid is usually taken once or twice daily.
Common side effects of didanosine include diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
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