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Etravirine
Latest prescription information about Etravirine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Etravirine
Pronunciation : e-tra-VIR-een
Trade Name(s):
International- Intelence. This medication is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI), prescribed for HIV/AIDS. This medication inhibits the growth and multiplication of human immunodeficiency virus. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : The recommended oral dose is 200 mg (two 100 mg tablets) taken twice daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history kidney, liver problems, hepatitis, sugar, high blood cholesterol, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * It may cause redistribution or accumulation of fat in certain body parts; if it is so consult with your doctor. * It does not stop the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contact, sharing of needles or injection supplies. * It may cause serious, potentially life-threatening, and fatal skin reactions with the following symptoms: red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe rash, fever, mouth sores, red and irritated eyes, etc. If it is so consult with your doctor. * Monitor liver function, CD4 count, complete blood cell counts, and blood cholesterol regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Most Common- Nausea and rash. Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, stomach inflammation, constipation, dry mouth and mouth ulcer. General - Fatigue and sluggishness. Central Nervous System - Peripheral neuropathy, headache, tingling, drowsiness, epilepsy, fainting, memory loss, nervousness, sleep disorders, abnormal dreams, confusion, disorientation and tremor. Heart- High blood pressure, chest pain and heart attack. Eye and ENT - Vertigo and blurred vision. Blood- Anemia. Liver- Liver inflammation and liver enlargement. Metabolic- Increased blood sugar, loss of appetite and increased level of blood cholesterol. Genitourinary- Kidney failure and breast enlargement in males. Respiratory- Asthma and difficulty in breathing. Skin- Night sweats, itching, dry skin and swelling of face. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (25°C), and in an airtight container. Keep away from children. |
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