Rilpivirine Benefits & Uses

Rilpivirine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Rilpivirine 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: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rilpivirine Side Effects

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

Severe

Depression

Mild

Headache
Drowsiness
Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Dizziness
Rash
Insomnia
Anxiety
Diarrhoea
Fatigue

Rilpivirine Related Warnings

Is the use of Rilpivirine safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Rilpivirine during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Rilpivirine safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Rilpivirine in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Rilpivirine on the Kidneys?

Rilpivirine is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rilpivirine on the Liver?

Rilpivirine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rilpivirine on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Rilpivirine on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rilpivirine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Artemether,Lumefantrine

Dofetilide

Dofetilide Tablet

Efavirenz

Lansoprazole

Moderate

Cimetidine

Rilpivirine Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Depression
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetes
High Blood Pressure
Arrhythmia
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Rilpivirine

Is this Rilpivirine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rilpivirine has not been reported.

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

After taking Rilpivirine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Rilpivirine 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?

There is no benefit of taking Rilpivirine for mental disorders.

No

Rilpivirine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rilpivirine

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Rilpivirine together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rilpivirine

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

Unknown