Efavir

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Efavir Information

Efavir is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Efavir also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Efavir depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Efavir also has some side effects, the most common being Fever, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Efavir have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Efavir 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.

In addition, Efavir's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Efavir related warnings talks about Efavir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Efavir have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Efavir may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Efavir, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Efavir Benefits & Uses

Efavir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Efavir 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

Efavir Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Efavir safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Efavir. If you are pregnant, do not take Efavir without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Efavir safe during breastfeeding?


    Efavir may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Efavir on the Kidneys?


    Efavir is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Efavir on the Liver?


    Efavir is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Efavir on the Heart?


    Side effects of Efavir rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Efavir with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Efavir Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Efavir

  • Is this Efavir habit forming or addictive?


    Efavir does not cause addiction.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Efavir as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Efavir only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Efavir in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Efavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Efavir


    Taking Efavir with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Efavir


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Efavir as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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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