Raltegravir Information
Raltegravir is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Raltegravir have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Raltegravir depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Raltegravir Benefits & Uses
Raltegravir is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
Raltegravir 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 |
| 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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Raltegravir Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Raltegravir is used -
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Mild
- Infection
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Dyspepsia
- Insomnia
Raltegravir Related Warnings
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Is the use of Raltegravir safe for pregnant women?
Raltegravir may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Raltegravir again without your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Raltegravir safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Raltegravir. Immediately discontinue Raltegravir if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Raltegravir on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Raltegravir on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Raltegravir on the Liver?
Side effects of Raltegravir rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Raltegravir on the Heart?
Raltegravir is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Raltegravir with Other Drugs
Raltegravir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Raltegravir Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Raltegravir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Depression
- Suicidal Tendency
- Graves' Disease
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Frequently asked Questions about Raltegravir
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Is this Raltegravir habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Raltegravir is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Raltegravir you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Raltegravir only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Raltegravir for mental disorders.
No
Raltegravir Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Raltegravir
Taking Raltegravir with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Raltegravir
Information about the interaction of Raltegravir and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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