Efavir is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Efavir also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Efavir depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Efavir also has some side effects, the most common being Fever, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Efavir have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Efavir normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Efavir's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Efavir related warnings talks about Efavir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Efavir have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Efavir may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Efavir, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.