Enfuvirtide Benefits & Uses

Enfuvirtide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Enfuvirtide 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 90 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 90 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 90 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: patients below 16 years old should take 2 mg/kg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: patients above 6 years old can take

Enfuvirtide Side Effects

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

Moderate

Conjunctivitis

Mild

Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Infection
Weight Loss
Cough
Weakness
Chills
Fatigue
Sinus inflammation

Enfuvirtide Related Warnings

Is the use of Enfuvirtide safe for pregnant women?

Enfuvirtide may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Enfuvirtide, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Enfuvirtide safe during breastfeeding?

Enfuvirtide may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Enfuvirtide on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Enfuvirtide on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Enfuvirtide on the Liver?

Enfuvirtide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Enfuvirtide on the Heart?

Enfuvirtide is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Enfuvirtide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Atazanavir

Enfuvirtide Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Smoking Addiction

Frequently asked Questions about Enfuvirtide

Is this Enfuvirtide habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Enfuvirtide.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Enfuvirtide can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Enfuvirtide only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Enfuvirtide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Enfuvirtide

Taking Enfuvirtide with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Enfuvirtide

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Enfuvirtide and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown