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Vistide

Vistide is used for:

Treating CMV infection of the eye in patients with AIDS.

Vistide is an antiviral agent. It works by stopping the reproduction of the virus.

Do NOT use Vistide if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Vistide
• you are allergic to probenecid or to sulfonamide medicines (eg, sulfamethoxazole)
• you have severe kidney problems or protein in the urine
• you have taken a medicine that may harm your kidneys (eg, aminoglycoside antibiotics [eg, gentamicin], amphotericin B, cyclosporine, foscarnet, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs [NSAIDs] [eg, ibuprofen], pentamidine, tacrolimus, vancomycin) within the last 7 days. Ask your doctor if you are unsure if any of your medicines might harm your kidneys.

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Vistide :

Some medical conditions may interact with Vistide . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have kidney problems, diabetes, or blood problems
• if you are on dialysis

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Vistide . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Medicines that may harm your kidneys (eg, aminoglycoside antibiotics [eg, gentamicin], amphotericin B, cyclosporine, foscarnet, NSAIDs [eg, ibuprofen], pentamidine, tacrolimus, vancomycin) because the risk of kidney problems may be increased. Ask your doctor if you are unsure if any of your medicines may harm your kidneys.
• Zidovudine because the risk of toxic effects, such as severe or life-threatening blood problems, may be increased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Vistide may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Vistide :

Use Vistide as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Do not inject Vistide into the eye.
• Vistide is usually administered as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic. If you are using Vistide at home, carefully follow the injection procedures taught to you by your health care provider.
• If Vistide contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
• Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain local regulations for proper disposal.
• Continue using Vistide for the full course of treatment even if you feel better in a few days.
• It is important to take the full course of probenecid prescribed by your doctor in order to help decrease the risk of kidney problems.
• If you miss a dose of Vistide , use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Vistide .

Important safety information:

• Vistide may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Vistide . Using Vistide alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
• Vistide is not a cure for CMV infection. Remain under the care of your doctor.
• Do not exceed the recommended dose or use Vistide for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
• Vistide may lower your body"s ability to fight infection. Prevent infection by avoiding contact with people with colds or other infections. Notify your doctor of any signs of infection, including fever, sore throat, rash, or chills.
• Diabetes patients - Vistide may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine.
• During sexual intercourse with a woman who may become pregnant, men taking Vistide should use a condom during treatment with Vistide and for 90 days after it is stopped.
• LAB TESTS, including eye exams, complete blood cell and platelet counts, and kidney function tests, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Use Vistide with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
• Use Vistide with extreme caution in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Vistide may cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while taking Vistide . Use effective contraception to prevent pregnancy while you are taking Vistide and for 1 month after you stop using it. If you think you may be pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Vistide during pregnancy. It is unknown if Vistide is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while using Vistide .

Possible side effects of Vistide :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Decreased appetite; diarrhea; hair loss; headache; nausea; vomiting; weakness.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody of black, tarry stools; chest pain; chills; confusion; dark urine; decreased urination; depression; eye inflammation or irritation; fast heartbeat; fever; hallucinations; loss of coordination; numbness or tingling of the skin, hands, or feet; seizures; severe or persistent sore throat or cough; shortness of breath; stomach pain; sudden weight gain; swelling or bloating; tremors; unsteady movements; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; vision changes; white patches in the mouth; yellowing of the eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately.

Vistide is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Vistide at home, store Vistide as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Vistide out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Vistide , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Vistide is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Vistide . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.