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Atovaquone for pneumocystis pneumonia

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It is important to take atovaquone with food, preferably food which has a high fat content.

Take one 5 ml spoonful of medicine in the morning and one 5 ml spoonful in the evening for 21 days.

If you have problems with loose, watery stools (diarrhoea) when you first start treatment, tell your doctor.

At a glance

  • Atovaquone is an oral liquid medicine for treating pneumocystis pneumonia.

  • This chest infection is caused by an organism called Pneumocystis jirovecii.

  • Take your dose twice daily for 21 days, exactly as your doctor tells you.

  • Always take atovaquone with food, preferably high-fat foods.

  • Common side-effects include feeling sick, an itchy skin rash, or diarrhoea.

  • Seek medical help immediately for new breathlessness, breathing problems, or swelling of your mouth, throat or face.

  • An opened bottle of atovaquone keeps for 21 days.

تابع القراءة أدناه

About atovaquone

نوع الدواء

Antiprotozoal

يستخدم لـ

Pneumonia caused by an organism called

Pneumocystis jirovecii

يُعرف أيضًا باسم

Wellvone®

متوفر كـ

دواء سائل فموي

Atovaquone is used to treat a chest infection called pneumocystis pneumonia. This lung infection is caused by an organism called Pneumocystis jirovecii and occurs in people whose immune system has been weakened - for example, by الإيدز. Atovaquone is prescribed when other treatments cannot be used. It is prescribed by doctors who are specialists.

Atovaquone works by killing the organism causing the infection.

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine may only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking atovaquone it is important that your doctor or pharmacist knows:

  • إذا كنت حاملاً أو مرضعة.

  • إذا كنت تعاني من مشاكل في الكبد أو الكلى.

  • إذا كنت تتناول أي أدوية أخرى. يشمل ذلك أي أدوية تتناولها والتي يمكن شراؤها بدون وصفة طبية، بالإضافة إلى الأدوية العشبية والمكملات الغذائية.

  • إذا كنت قد تعرضت في أي وقت مضى لرد فعل تحسسي تجاه دواء.

تابع القراءة أدناه

  • Before you start this treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from the pack. The leaflet will give you more information about atovaquone and a full list of side-effects which you may experience from taking it.

  • Take the medicine exactly as your doctor tells you to, and remember to shake the bottle well before you pour out your doses. The usual dose is one 5 ml spoonful twice daily (morning and night) for 21 days.

  • It is very important that you take your doses with food, preferably foods that are high in fat. This is because high-fat foods help your body absorb atovaquone and make your treatment more effective. If you have difficulty eating meals for any reason, let your doctor know about this.

  • Try to take atovaquone at the same times each day as this will help you remember to take it.

  • If you forget to take a dose, take one as soon as you remember (with some food) but do not take two doses together.

  • Keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress. Your doctor will want to do some tests during this treatment to check that the medicine is working for you.

  • Remember to take the full course of this medicine.

  • If you have any medical or dental treatment, tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.

  • إذا اشتريت أي أدوية، تحقق مع الصيدلي من أنها مناسبة لتناولها مع الأدوية الأخرى التي تتناولها.

تابع القراءة أدناه

بالإضافة إلى فوائدها، يمكن أن تسبب معظم الأدوية آثارًا جانبية غير مرغوب فيها، على الرغم من أن ليس الجميع يعاني منها. عادةً ما تتحسن هذه الآثار مع تكيف جسمك مع الدواء الجديد، ولكن تحدث مع طبيبك أو الصيدلي إذا استمرت أي من الآثار الجانبية التالية أو أصبحت مزعجة.

Very common atovaquone side-effects - these affect more than 1 in 10 people who take this medicine


ماذا يمكنني أن أفعل إذا واجهت هذا؟

الشعور بالغثيان (الغثيان)

Stick to simple meals. Remember to take your doses with a meal

An itchy skin rash

إذا أصبح هذا مزعجًا، تحدث مع طبيبك

Common atovaquone side-effects

- these affect fewer than 1 in 10 people who take this medicine

ماذا يمكنني أن أفعل إذا واجهت هذا؟

براز رخو ومائي (إسهال)

Let your doctor know about this, particularly if it is at the start of your treatment. It may mean that your body is not absorbing the full dose of atovaquone and the treatment could be less effective for you

الشعور بالغثيان (التقيؤ)

If you are sick up to one hour after taking your dose you may need to take another dose. Contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice

صداع

اشرب الكثير من الماء واطلب من الصيدلي أن يوصي بمسكن مناسب للألم. إذا استمرت الصداع، أخبر طبيبك

Difficulty sleeping, high temperature

If either of these becomes troublesome, speak with your doctor

تغييرات في بعض اختبارات الدم

Your doctor will want to monitor you for these although you are unlikely to notice any symptoms. Let your doctor know if you start to feel unusually tired

مهم: if you become breathless or start having breathing problems, or if you notice any swelling of your mouth, throat or face, you should contact a doctor على الفور. These could be signs of an allergic-type reaction.

إذا شعرت بأي أعراض أخرى تعتقد أنها قد تكون بسبب هذا الدواء، تحدث مع طبيبك أو الصيدلي.

  • احفظ جميع الأدوية بعيدًا عن متناول ورؤية الأطفال.

  • احفظه في مكان بارد وجاف، بعيدًا عن الحرارة المباشرة والضوء.

  • This medicine will keep for 21 days once the bottle has been opened.

معلومات هامة عن جميع الأدوية

لا تأخذ أبدًا أكثر من الجرعة الموصوفة. إذا كنت تشك في أنك أو شخص آخر قد تناول جرعة زائدة من هذا الدواء، اذهب إلى قسم الحوادث والطوارئ في مستشفى منطقتك فورًا. خذ العبوة معك، حتى لو كانت فارغة.

هذا الدواء لك. لا تعطه لأشخاص آخرين حتى لو بدت حالتهم مشابهة لحالتك.

لا تحتفظ بالأدوية منتهية الصلاحية أو غير المرغوب فيها. خذها إلى صيدليتك المحلية التي ستتولى التخلص منها نيابة عنك.

إذا كان لديك أي أسئلة حول هذا الدواء، اسأل الصيدلي الخاص بك.

الإبلاغ عن الآثار الجانبية لدواء أو لقاح

إذا واجهت آثارًا جانبية، يمكنك الإبلاغ عنها عبر الإنترنت من خلال Yellow Card website.

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الأسئلة الشائعة

What kind of infection does atovaquone treat?

Atovaquone is used to treat a specific type of chest infection called pneumocystis pneumonia. This infection affects the lungs and is caused by an organism known as Pneumocystis jirovecii.

Why is this medication prescribed, and who can get it?

This medication is prescribed when other treatments for pneumocystis pneumonia cannot be used. It's intended for people whose immune system has been weakened, such as those with AIDS. Only specialist doctors can prescribe atovaquone.

How long will I need to take atovaquone?

The usual course of treatment for atovaquone is 21 days, taking one 5 ml spoonful twice daily.

What should I do if I forget to take a dose of atovaquone?

If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Make sure to take it with some food. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed one.

How can I make sure my body absorbs the medicine effectively?

It is crucial to take your doses with food, especially foods that are high in fat. High-fat foods help your body absorb atovaquone better, which makes the treatment more effective. If you have trouble eating meals, you should tell your doctor.

How can I manage common side effects like nausea or diarrhoea?

For feeling sick (nausea), try to stick to simple meals and always remember to take your doses with food. If you experience loose, watery stools (diarrhoea), inform your doctor, particularly if it happens early in your treatment, as it might affect how well the medicine is absorbed. If you are sick within one hour of taking your dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice, as you might need another dose.

What are the signs of a serious allergic reaction to atovaquone?

If you become breathless, start having breathing problems, or notice any swelling of your mouth, throat, or face, you should contact a doctor immediately. These symptoms could indicate a serious allergic-type reaction.

How should I store atovaquone once I've opened the bottle?

Once the bottle of atovaquone has been opened, it will only keep for 21 days. Store it in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light, and always keep it out of the reach and sight of children.

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مايكل ستيوارت، MRPharmS

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BPharm (Hons), MRPharmS

Michael is a community pharmacist practicing in the Midlands and South Yorkshire with more than 20 years’ experience advising on medicines and medical conditions. He has a strong background in healthcare training, having produced and delivered training courses for pharmacy teams and staff of residential care settings, including nurses. He has also contributed to pharmacy advisory boards for the management of low acuity conditions in the community.

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Sultan Dajani qualified at the London School of Pharmacy in 1994 and became the youngest elected member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society council since its founding in 1842.

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