Rilpivirine Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Rilpivirine, 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 Rilpivirine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Rilpivirine

Pronunciation : RIL-pi-VIR-een

ICD Code : Y41.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antivirals

Brand Names or Trade Names of Rilpivirine

International :

Edurant

Why is Rilpivirine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a second-generation non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI), prescribed for HIV infection. It works by blocking the growth of HIV.

When should Rilpivirine not be taken? (Contraindications)

It should not be co-administered with anticonvulsants, antimycobacterials, proton pump inhibitors, glucocorticoids, and St John's wort.

What is the dosage of Rilpivirine?

PO- The recommended dose is 25 mg once daily with a meal.

How should Rilpivirine be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Rilpivirine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney problems, irregular heartbeat, liver impairment, mental illness, suicidal thoughts, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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

• It does not stop the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contact, sharing needles, injection supplies during the treatment period.

• Accumulation or loss of body fat may occur in some body parts; if it is so consult with your healthcare provider.

♦Patient may develop Immune Reconstitution Syndrome and Depressive Disorders such as depressed mood, depression, dysphoria, major depression, mood altered, negative thoughts, suicide attempt, suicidal ideation.

What are the side effects of Rilpivirine?

Gastrointestinal - Nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting.
General - Fatigue.
Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, depression, sleeplessness, abnormal dreams.
Skin – - Rash.