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Isentress is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Other than this, Isentress has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Isentress. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Isentress as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Isentress 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.
Isentress's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Isentress related warnings talks about Isentress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Isentress have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Isentress may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Isentress is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Isentress is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
| Geriatric |
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| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Isentress safe for pregnant women?
Isentress can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Isentress right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Isentress safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Isentress. If you see any side effects, stop taking Isentress immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Isentress again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Isentress on the Kidneys?
Using Isentress does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Isentress on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Isentress on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Isentress on the Heart?
Using Isentress does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Isentress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Isentress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Isentress habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Isentress has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Isentress, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Isentress can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Isentress is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Isentress is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Isentress
Taking Isentress with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Isentress
Information about the interaction of Isentress and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Isentress (raltegravir)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 811
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1079-1081
