Isentress 400mg Tablet

HIV infection

In HIV infection : Isentress 400mg Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines.It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Dizziness, Fatigue, Headache, Increased liver enzymes, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Muscle pain, Nausea']

Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Isentress 400mg Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.

Isentress 400mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells. Thus stops the HIV virus from producing new viruses.

Alcohol

Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Isentress 400mg Tablet .

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Isentress 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Isentress 400mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Not Safe: Isentress 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Isentress 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Isentress 400mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

Caution Advised: Isentress 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Isentress 400mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Limited information is available on the use of Isentress 400mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time every day. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take antacids or calcium supplements an hour before or two hours after taking Isentress 400mg Tablet. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function during treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Platina, 8th Floor, C.59, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East) , Mumbai - 400098,