Efavir 200 Tablet Information

Efavir 200 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Other than this, Efavir 200 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Efavir 200 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Efavir 200 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Fever, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Efavir 200 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Efavir 200 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Efavir 200 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Efavir 200 Tablet related warnings talks about Efavir 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Efavir 200 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Efavir 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Efavir 200 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Efavir Benefits & Uses
Efavir Dosage & How to Take
Efavir Side Effects
Efavir Related Warnings
Efavir Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Efavir
Efavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Efavir 200 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Efavir 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Efavir 200 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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Efavir 200 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Efavir 200 Tablet 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 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Efavir may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Efavir 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Efavir is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Efavir 200 Tablet on the Liver?

Efavir is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Efavir 200 Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Efavir rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Efavir 200 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efavir 200 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 200 Tablet

Is this Efavir 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Efavir 200 Tablet 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 200 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Efavir 200 Tablet 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 200 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Efavir 200 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Efavir 200 Tablet

Taking Efavir 200 Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Efavir 200 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Efavir 200 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe