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Isentress is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Other than this, Isentress has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Isentress. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Isentress as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Isentress normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Isentress's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Isentress related warnings talks about Isentress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Isentress have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Isentress may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Isentress is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Isentress is used to treat the following -
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 |
Geriatric |
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Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Isentress safe for pregnant women?
Isentress may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Isentress again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Isentress safe during breastfeeding?
Isentress may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Isentress, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Isentress.
What is the effect of Isentress on the Kidneys?
Isentress is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Isentress on the Liver?
Isentress is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Isentress on the Heart?
Isentress is not harmful for the heart.
Isentress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Isentress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Isentress habit forming or addictive?
Isentress does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Isentress you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Isentress only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Isentress is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Isentress
Taking Isentress with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Isentress
Information about the interaction of Isentress and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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; Isentress (raltegravir)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 811
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1079-1081