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VIDEX EC
Overview
What is VIDEX EC?
VIDEX EC is the brand name for an enteric-coated formulation of didanosine, USP, a synthetic purine nucleoside analogue active against HIV-1. VIDEX EC Delayed-Release Capsules, containing enteric-coated beadlets, are available for oral administration in strengths of 125, 200, 250, and 400 mg of didanosine. The inactive ingredients in the beadlets include carboxymethylcellulose sodium 12, diethyl phthalate, methacrylic acid copolymer, sodium hydroxide, sodium starch glycolate, and talc. The capsule shells contain gelatin and titanium dioxide. The capsules are imprinted with edible inks.
Didanosine is also available in a powder formulation. Please consult the prescribing information for VIDEX (didanosine) Pediatric Powder for Oral Solution for additional information.
The chemical name for didanosine is 2′,3′-dideoxyinosine. The structural formula is:
Didanosine is a white crystalline powder with the molecular formula CHNO and a molecular weight of 236.2. The aqueous solubility of didanosine at 25° C and pH of approximately 6 is 27.3 mg/mL. Didanosine is unstable in acidic solutions. For example, at pH less than 3 and 37° C, 10% of didanosine decomposes to hypoxanthine in less than 2 minutes. In VIDEX EC, an enteric coating is used to protect didanosine from degradation by stomach acid.
What does VIDEX EC look like?
What are the available doses of VIDEX EC?
Capsules: 125 mg, 200 mg, 250 mg, 400 mg
What should I talk to my health care provider before I take VIDEX EC?
Pregnancy: Fatal lactic acidosis has been reported in pregnant women who received both didanosine and stavudine with other agents. Coadministration of VIDEX EC with stavudine is contraindicated. (,, )
How should I use VIDEX EC?
VIDEX EC (didanosine, USP), also known as ddI, in combination with other antiretroviral agents is indicated for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-1 infection [].
VIDEX EC should be administered on an empty stomach. VIDEX EC Delayed-Release Capsules should be swallowed intact.
What interacts with VIDEX EC?
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What are the warnings of VIDEX EC?
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What are the precautions of VIDEX EC?
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What are the side effects of VIDEX EC?
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What should I look out for while using VIDEX EC?
What might happen if I take too much VIDEX EC?
There is no known antidote for didanosine overdosage. In phase 1 studies, in which buffered formulations of didanosine were initially administered at doses ten times the currently recommended dose, toxicities included: pancreatitis, peripheral neuropathy, diarrhea, hyperuricemia, and hepatic dysfunction. Didanosine is not dialyzable by peritoneal dialysis, although there is some clearance by hemodialysis [].
How should I store and handle VIDEX EC?
Store at 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30° C (59° to 86° F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Dispense in light-resistant containers.Manufactured for: Pulaski, TN 38478 Mfg. Rev. 04/14 AV Rev. 08/14 (P) Store at 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30° C (59° to 86° F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Dispense in light-resistant containers.Manufactured for: Pulaski, TN 38478 Mfg. Rev. 04/14 AV Rev. 08/14 (P) Store at 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30° C (59° to 86° F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Dispense in light-resistant containers.Manufactured for: Pulaski, TN 38478 Mfg. Rev. 04/14 AV Rev. 08/14 (P) Store at 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30° C (59° to 86° F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]Dispense in light-resistant containers.Manufactured for: Pulaski, TN 38478 Mfg. Rev. 04/14 AV Rev. 08/14 (P) VIDEX EC (didanosine, USP) Delayed-Release Capsules are white, opaque capsules that are packaged in bottles with child-resistant closures as described in .
