Didanosine -- HIV Drug Information

• Didanosine

Didanosine is typically prescribed to treat HIV infection and AIDS. This segment of the eMedTV archives highlights how didanosine works, its potential side effects, and suggestions for when and how to take the medication.

• Side Effects of Didanosine

All medicines have the potential for side effects, including didanosine. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at some of the common side effects of didanosine, such as diarrhea and stomach pain, as well as the more serious side effects.

• What Is Didanosine Used For?

As this eMedTV segment explains, didanosine is used for treating HIV and AIDS in adults and children. Didanosine cannot cure HIV or AIDS, but it does prevent the virus from multiplying. This page also outlines some off-label didanosine uses.

• Didanosine Dosing

This eMedTV Web page explains various didanosine dosing recommendations for treating adults and children who have HIV or AIDS. This article also lists tips for taking the medication and explains why you should not miss any didanosine doses.

• Drug Interactions With Didanosine

This eMedTV article warns people about potential drug interactions with didanosine, including interactions with alcohol, tetracycline antibiotics, and antifungal medications. This page also explains the complications these interactions can cause.

• Precautions and Warnings With Didanosine

This portion of the eMedTV library highlights some precautions and warnings with didanosine, including allergic reactions and reduced dosages in people with kidney disease. This page also describes who should avoid taking the medication.