Efavirenz Benefits & Uses

Efavirenz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Efavirenz 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

Efavirenz Side Effects

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

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Depression
Erythema

Mild

Rash
Dizziness
Insomnia
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Dyspepsia
Urticaria

Common

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Diarrhoea
Headache

Efavirenz Related Warnings

Is the use of Efavirenz safe for pregnant women?

Efavirenz can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Efavirenz safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Efavirenz as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Efavirenz on the Kidneys?

Using Efavirenz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Efavirenz on the Liver?

Efavirenz is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Efavirenz on the Heart?

Side effects of Efavirenz rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Efavirenz with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Efavirenz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efavirenz 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 Efavirenz

Is this Efavirenz habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Efavirenz is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Efavirenz only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Efavirenz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Efavirenz

You can take Efavirenz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Efavirenz

Consumption of alcohol and Efavirenz together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe