How Is Stavudine Taken?
Stavudine is available in capsules of 15 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, and 40 mg. The normal adult dose depends on body weight. If you weigh more than 60 kilograms (132 pounds), the dose is 40 mg twice daily. If you weigh less, the dose is 30 mg twice daily. A liquid version is available for newborns and adolescents. An extended release version of this drug was approved in December 2002. However, due to manufacturing problems, it is not available for sale. There are no food restrictions with stavudine. Be sure your health care provider knows if you have had liver problems. Your liver will have to be watched carefully if you take stavudine, and your health care provider might decide that you should not use stavudine at all.
