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How to Take Raltegravir and it's Dose

Written by - Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Medically Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Doctor of Pharmacy

Last Updated on August 11, 2022

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult- Oral- The recommended dose is 400 mg, twice daily.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Raltegravir

This medication is an antiretroviral agent, prescribed for HIV/AIDS.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Raltegravir

International :

Isentress

Last Updated on August 11, 2022

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