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Dinmek Tablet

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA
Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)
Dinmek Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
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Product introduction

Dinmek Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine must not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.

The most common side effects of this medicine are impaired concentration, abnormal dreams, headache, nausea, weakness and fatigue, nasal congestion, diarrhea, rash, dizziness, trouble sleeping, pain, depression, and cough. These are usually not serious and go away within 2-4 weeks of treatment, however, inform your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. As it can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects.

Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any kidney, liver, or other diseases. Your doctor may suggest some laboratory tests before and during the treatment to check your blood counts, liver and kidney functioning, and other health and mental conditions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Uses of Dinmek Tablet

Benefits of Dinmek Tablet

Treatment of HIV infection
Dinmek Tablet prevents HIV from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and make the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications, such as new infections, and improves the quality of life.

It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of this combination of medicines and reduces the chances of HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. Although taking this medicine does not prevent the passing of HIV to other people.

Side effects of Dinmek Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dinmek
  • Joint pain
  • Pneumonia
  • Muscle pain
  • Increased triglyceride level in blood
  • Elevated levels of serum amylase
  • Blood in urine
  • Increased transaminase level in blood
  • Cough
  • Impaired concentration
  • Abnormal dreams
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Weakness
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Pain
  • Fever
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
  • Back pain
  • Abdominal pain
  • Anxiety
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion

How to use Dinmek Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dinmek Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Dinmek Tablet works

Dinmek Tablet is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Lamivudine, Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and Efavirenz. They work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.

Quick tips

  • Dinmek Tablet is a combination of three medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections.
  • Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to reduce side effects.
  • Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
  • Dinmek Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Dinmek Tablet can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Dinmek Tablet and 12 weeks after stopping it.
  • It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
  • Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
  • Do not stop taking Dinmek Tablet without your doctor’s advice.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dinmek Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dinmek Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dinmek Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Dinmek Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dinmek Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dinmek Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dinmek Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dinmek Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Patient concerns

i have unprotected sex with my friend. Can I take any drugs now to prevent any STD/HIV infection

Dr. Shyam Gupta
Dr. Shyam Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hello PATIENT to 1mg. There is some medicine for prophylactic but you need to see physician for prescription and better you check HIV status of both partner

hello, one of my frnd suffering with hiv infection from last 2yrs her cd4 is more than 470 and viral load is zero undetectable now she is using art medicines i have doubt that can we have to use art medicine in the whole life or can we stop it once we get viral load zero

Dr. Atula Gupta
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
You still need to be on ART even if the viral load is undetectable
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Country of origin: India
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