Cobicistat Benefits & Uses

Cobicistat is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Cobicistat Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: This drug must be used with atazanavir or darunavir
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: This drug must be used with atazanavir or darunavir

Cobicistat Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cobicistat is used -

Moderate

Depression
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Kidney Stones

Mild

Rash
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Fatigue
Headache
Insomnia

Cobicistat Related Warnings

Is the use of Cobicistat safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Cobicistat.

Mild
Is the use of Cobicistat safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Cobicistat. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Cobicistat on the Kidneys?

Cobicistat has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cobicistat on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Cobicistat on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cobicistat on the Heart?

Cobicistat is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cobicistat with Other Drugs

Cobicistat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Erythromycin

Dasatinib

Bosentan

Alfuzosin

Moderate

Fentanyl

Budesonide

Cobicistat Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cobicistat unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cobicistat

Is this Cobicistat habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cobicistat is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cobicistat can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cobicistat is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cobicistat is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cobicistat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cobicistat

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cobicistat with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cobicistat

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cobicistat and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown