Efavir 600 Tablet Information
Efavir 600 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. The alternative uses of Efavir 600 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Efavir 600 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Efavir 600 Tablet include Fever, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Efavir 600 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Efavir 600 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Efavir 600 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Efavir 600 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Efavir 600 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Efavir 600 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Efavir 600 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Efavir 600 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Efavir 600 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Efavir 600 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Efavir 600 Tablet 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.
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Efavir 600 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Efavir 600 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Efavir has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Efavir without medical advice.
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Is the use of Efavir 600 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Efavir has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Efavir 600 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Efavir does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
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What is the effect of Efavir 600 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Efavir on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Efavir 600 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Efavir on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Efavir 600 Tablet with Other Drugs
Efavir 600 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Efavir 600 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efavir 600 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Suicidal Tendency
- Graves' Disease
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Heart Disease
- High Cholesterol
Frequently asked Questions about Efavir 600 Tablet
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Is this Efavir 600 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Efavir 600 Tablet.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Efavir 600 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
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Is it safe?
Efavir 600 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Efavir 600 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Efavir 600 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Efavir 600 Tablet
Taking Efavir 600 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Efavir 600 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Efavir 600 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Severe
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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
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
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
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