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Retrovir

Zidovudine

Developed to mitigate retroviral progression to support CD4 cell count and target viral DNA polymerase.

Active ingredient
Zidovudine
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
100mg · 300mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Retrovir, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Retrovir vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Retrovir details

Alternative names
zidovudine
Therapeutic class
Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor (NRTI)
Pharmacological class
NRTI
Known off-label uses
post-exposure prophylaxis
Contraindications
severe bone marrow suppression; hypersensitivity to zidovudine
Minor side effects
nausea; headache; fatigue
Moderate side effects
anaemia; leukopenia; myopathy
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
ViiV Healthcare
Onset Time
2–4 weeks
Duration
8–12 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Ribavirin; Ganciclovir; Methotrexate
Age restrictions
Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects

lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention; severe bone marrow suppression, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

developed to mitigate retroviral progression to support CD4 cell count and target viral DNA polymerase.

Mechanism of action

Incorporates into viral DNA, acting as a chain terminator to prevent reverse transcriptase from completing viral replication.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category C: Deemed safe and vital to prevent mother-to-child transmission. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

What you will receive

Retrovir is the originator brand name, made by ViiV Healthcare. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with ViiV Healthcare.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Zidovudine is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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