Atazanavir (Cont.)

When and How to Take Atazanavir

General considerations for when and how to take atazanavir include the following:
 
  • The medication comes in capsule form. It is usually taken by mouth once daily.
     
  • Atazanavir should be taken with food.
     
  • Try to take the medication at the same time every day to maintain an even level in your blood.
     
  • For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. It is important that you closely follow your healthcare provider's instructions about taking atazanavir. Missing doses can increase the chance of the virus developing resistance to the medication, thereby making it less effective.
     

Dosage Information for Atazanavir

The dose of atazanavir that your healthcare provider recommends will vary, depending on a number of factors, including:
 
  • Other medical conditions you may have
  • Other medications you may be currently taking
  • Other HIV or AIDS medications you have taken in the past.
     
As always, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
 
(Click Atazanavir Dosing for more information.)
 

Drug Interactions With Atazanavir

Atazanavir can interact with a number of other medications (see Atazanavir Drug Interactions).
 

What If I Take an Overdose of Atazanavir?

People who take too much atazanavir may experience the following symptoms:
 
  • An irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia)
  • Yellow skin (jaundice).
     
If you happen to overdose on atazanavir, seek immediate medical attention.
 
(Click Reyataz Overdose for more information.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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