Take stavudine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water. Stavudine can be taken with or without food. If you need to stop taking one of the medicines you are taking for HIV, you should stop all of them until you can talk to your doctor.
Store stavudine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless your doctor directs otherwise. Seek emergency medical attention. Follow your doctor's instructions with respect to high-risk activities such as unprotected sex and the sharing of needles.