Side effect(s) of Dolutegravir

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

Review the side-effects of Dolutegravir as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, increased cholesterol and triglycerides, hyperglycemia, increased creatinine kinase and upset stomach or indigestion, changes in body fat (lipodystrophy), changes in the immune system (immune reconstitution syndrome), trouble sleeping.

Other Precautions :

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. But if it is within 4 hours of your next dose, skip the missed dose and just take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.

Drug Name : Dolutegravir

Dolutegravir(Tivicay) generic is an integrase inhibitor prescribed for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older and weighing at least 40 kg. Dolutegravir works by blocking integrase, an HIV enzyme that prevents the replication and lowers the amount of HIV in the blood.