Viramune
Nevirapine 200mg tablets, used in the management of HIV infection. An NNRTI that binds reverse transcriptase directly rather than as a substrate.
- Category
- HIV Management
- Active ingredient
- Nevirapine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 200mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Viramune on your behalf.
- Condition
- HIV Infection
- Therapeutic class
- Non-nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor (NNRTI)
- Pharmacological class
- NNRTI
- Contraindications
- severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity to nevirapine
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; fatigue; rash
- Moderate side effects
- elevated liver enzymes; vomiting
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset time
- 1–4 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- rifampicin; hormonal contraceptives; st. john's wort; warfarin
- Age restrictions
- For adults and children as directed.
Precautions and warnings
monitor liver function closely; watch for signs of severe skin rash; regular blood monitoring required
Serious side effects
stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; hepatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Nevirapine 200mg tablets, used in the management of HIV infection. An NNRTI that binds reverse transcriptase directly rather than as a substrate.
Mechanism of action
Viramune functions as a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor. It binds directly to the reverse transcriptase enzyme of HIV-1, preventing the conversion of viral RNA into DNA, which effectively stops the virus from replicating.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly indicated by a specialist. Breastfeeding: Not advised due to risk of virus transmission.
Viramune delivers the active ingredient nevirapine, a medicinal treatment for HIV infection. It comes as a 200mg tablet. This medication enables patients to access essential therapy, providing a consistent way to manage their condition within their daily health routines.
Buying Viramune online
Many patients find that generic nevirapine, often manufactured in India, provides a more budget-friendly option compared to the original Boehringer Ingelheim brand. Given the nature of this therapy, it is best used under the guidance of a doctor to monitor response and maintain sustained health progress.
Will I receive the original Viramune?
No. Viramune is the originator brand name, made by Boehringer Ingelheim, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (nevirapine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Viramune priced?
Viramune comes in a 200mg strength, in packs of 30 to 120 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What is Viramune used for?
Viramune contains nevirapine, used for HIV infection. Viramune functions as a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor.
How long does Viramune take to work?
Nevirapine usually starts to work within 1 to 4 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What are the side effects of Viramune?
The common side effects of nevirapine are nausea, headache, fatigue and rash. Less common ones include elevated liver enzymes and vomiting. Serious but less common side effects include Stevens-Johnson syndrome and hepatitis, which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Viramune?
Nevirapine can interact with rifampicin, hormonal contraceptives, St John's wort and warfarin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Viramune.
Can I buy Viramune over the counter in Thailand?
Online, yes: Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order Viramune. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Viramune to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Viramune is the originator brand name, made by Boehringer Ingelheim. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Boehringer Ingelheim and do not ship the original Viramune.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Nevirapine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.