Dolutegravir Benefits & Uses

Dolutegravir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Dolutegravir 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
Adult	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: patients having weight between 30 to 40 kg should take 35 mg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 35 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Not recommended for patients having weight below 30 kg

Dolutegravir Side Effects

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

Severe

Suicidal behavior

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Depression
Hepatitis

Mild

Insomnia
Headache
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
पेट की गैस
Rash
Dizziness

Dolutegravir Related Warnings

Is the use of Dolutegravir safe for pregnant women?

Dolutegravir has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Dolutegravir safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Dolutegravir may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dolutegravir should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Dolutegravir on the Kidneys?

Dolutegravir can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dolutegravir on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Dolutegravir on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Dolutegravir on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Dolutegravir on the heart, information on safety of Dolutegravir for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Dolutegravir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Rifampicin

Apalutamide

Armodafinil

Bosentan

Moderate

Aluminium hydroxide

Dolutegravir Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dolutegravir unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Dolutegravir

Is this Dolutegravir habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dolutegravir.

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

After taking Dolutegravir you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dolutegravir only on doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Dolutegravir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dolutegravir

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dolutegravir together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dolutegravir

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dolutegravir with alcohol will be.

Unknown