Raltegravir Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Raltegravir, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Raltegravir brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Raltegravir

Pronunciation : ral-TEG-ra-vir

ICD Code : Y41.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antivirals

Brand Names or Trade Names of Raltegravir

International :

Isentress

Why is Raltegravir Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antiretroviral agent, prescribed for HIV/AIDS. It blocks HIV-1 integrase, an enzyme needed for the HIV virus growth.

When should Raltegravir not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Raltegravir?

Adult- Oral- The recommended dose is 400 mg, twice daily.

How should Raltegravir be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Raltegravir?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver problems or hepatitis B or C, muscle weakness, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid stopping of this medication due to short supply. Store sufficient quantity.

• Avoid sexual intercourse during the treatment; otherwise infection may spread.

♦ Patient may develop Immune Reconstitution Syndrome.

What are the side effects of Raltegravir?

Most Common- Sleeplessness.
Gastrointestinal Disorders- Abdominal pain, stomach inflammation and nausea.
Liver- Liver inflammation.
Immune System- Hypersensitivity.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, headache, weakness and fatigue.
Genitourinary- Kidney failure.