Darunavir Benefits & Uses

Darunavir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Darunavir 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: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given with ritonavir 100 mg, once daily
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given with ritonavir 100 mg, once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given with ritonavir 100 mg, once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given with ritonavir 100 mg, once daily

Darunavir Side Effects

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

Moderate

Increased Cholesterol level in blood
Increased Triglyceride level in Blood
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Rash
पेट दर्द
Headache

Darunavir Related Warnings

Is the use of Darunavir safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Darunavir for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Darunavir safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Darunavir on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Darunavir will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Darunavir on the Kidneys?

Darunavir rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Darunavir on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Darunavir. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Darunavir only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Darunavir on the Heart?

Side effects of Darunavir rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Darunavir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Nifedipine

Darunavir Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease
Graves' Disease
Jaundice
Hepatitis B
Diabetes
Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Darunavir

Is this Darunavir habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Darunavir.

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

Darunavir does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Darunavir is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Darunavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Darunavir

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Darunavir

Information about the interaction of Darunavir and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown