Can I take ddC with alcohol or street drugs?
• Avoid alcohol if you are on ddC. Alcohol may increase your risk for pancreatitis. • DDI may also interact with other street drugs, consult your doctor and pharmacist if you are using street drugs so they can advise you with the necessary precautions. Can I take ddC if I am pregnant or breastfeeding? • If you are pregnant and wish to take ddC, please consult your doctor about taking medication. • Since the HIV virus can be transmitted through breast milk, breast-feeding is not recommended in HIV positive women. What other precautions do I need to know when taking ddC? • If you have liver or kidney problem, make sure your doctor knows that before starting you on ddC. • Keep your appointments with your physician to check your blood tests and monitor your liver and kidney function regularly. • Make sure you have a continuous supply of the medication. ddC does not kill the virus or cure AIDS. It also does not prevent the transmission of HIV, so please remember to always take precautions i
