Prescription Required
Efavirenz 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 Efavirenz is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Efavirenz safe for pregnant women?
Efavirenz should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Efavirenz safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Efavirenz on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Efavirenz on the Kidneys?
Efavirenz is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Efavirenz on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Efavirenz on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Efavirenz on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Efavirenz on the heart have been reported.
Efavirenz 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 Efavirenz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efavirenz habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Efavirenz has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Efavirenz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Efavirenz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Efavirenz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Efavirenz
Taking Efavirenz with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efavirenz
Taking alcohol with Efavirenz can be dangerous.
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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