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Efamat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Other than this, Efamat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Efamat. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Efamat include Fever, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Efamat can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Efamat normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Efamat's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Efamat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Efamat related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Efamat contraindications section.
Additionally, Efamat may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Efamat is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Efamat is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Efamat is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Efamat safe for pregnant women?
Efamat can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Efamat safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Efamat on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Efamat on the Kidneys?
Efamat is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Efamat on the Liver?
Side effects of Efamat rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Efamat on the Heart?
Efamat has very mild side effects on the heart.
Efamat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efamat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efamat habit forming or addictive?
Efamat is not addictive in nature.
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 Efamat can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Efamat should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Efamat cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Efamat
It is safe to take Efamat with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efamat
Consuming Efamat with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sustiva® (efavirenz)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 481-483
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 809-810
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