ISENTRESS 400mg TABLET


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Salt Composition

:     RALTEGRAVIR

Manufacturer

:     MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Origin of Medicine

:     India

Indication

:     Chronic HIV infection

Packaging

:     60TABLET(s) IN A BOTTLE

Dosage Form

:     Tablet

MRP

  :     ₹8689

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Isentress 400MG contains Raltegravir which belongs to the group of medicines called Antiviral agents. It is used to treat HIV infection. HIV infection is a viral infection that damages our immune system and weakens our body’s ability to fight against various infections.

Isentress 400mg Tablet is not a cure for HIV or AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body. This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan..

It is prescribed in combination with other HIV medicines. Your doctor will recommend the best medicines for you and will decide the doses that you need.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function.

Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

MEDICINAL USE OF Isentress 400mg Tablet

Isentress 400mg Tablet effectively controls HIV infection by blocking the actions of a viral enzyme called HIV integrase which is essential for its survival. When combined with other medicines, it can reduce the number of viral cells present in the blood and improve immune functions by increasing the number of certain types of white blood cells (CD4) in the body which is required for fighting against various infections.

Treats HIV infection

SIDE EFFECTS OF ISENTRESS 400mg TABLET

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

  • Blood in urine
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Fever
  • Hoarseness
  • Irritation
  • Tightness of chest
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Redness of skin
  • Upper right stomach pain
  • Nightmares
  • Abnormal dreams
  • Abdominal pain
DOSAGE OF ISENTRESS 400mg TABLET
  • Isentress may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time.
  • Avoid taking antacids containing aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take this medicine. To keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
  • Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Ques 1: What is Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine used to treat HIV infections. It controls the multiplication of viral cells within the body by blocking the actions of a viral enzyme called HIV integrase which is essential for its survival.

Ques 2: What are the uses of Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet is used to control human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1) infection in adults, and in children weighing at least 4.4 pounds (2 kg) along with other medicines. It should be used only after consulting your doctor.

Ques 3: What are the side effects of Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :The most common side effects of taking Isentress 400mg Tablet are difficulty in sleeping, increased hunger, increased signs of infections, nausea, stomach pain, headache, and dizziness. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens. Also inform your doctor immediately if you experience severe fever with extreme tiredness, sudden changes in body weight, severe stomach pain along with dark urine or suicidal thoughts after taking Isentress 400mg Tablet .

Ques 4: Does Isentress 400mg Tablet cause depression?

Ans :Yes. Isentress 400mg Tablet may cause depression in some individuals. Therefore, consult your doctor immediately if you experience extreme sadness with thoughts of harming or killing yourself (suicidal ideation) after taking Isentress 400mg Tablet .

Ques 5: When should I take Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Try to take Isentress 400mg Tablet at the same time(s) each day as advised by your physician. Your doctor will decide the frequency of administration depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection. If you have any doubts, please consult your doctor for advice.

Ques 6: How long should I take Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :If you are taking Isentress 400mg Tablet after exposure to human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1) infection, it should be taken for 28 days. If you are taking it as part of your HIV regimen, you should continue to take Isentress 400mg Tablet until your doctor tells you to stop.

Ques 7: Can I stop taking Isentress 400mg Tablet once my symptoms subside?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet cannot not cure HIV infection completely. It can reduce only the number of viral cells present in the body and maintains them at a lower level. Therefore, do not stop taking Isentress 400mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Continue to take Isentress 400mg Tablet even if you feel better after few days of taking it. This will help Isentress 400mg Tablet to work better. Skipping doses or sudden withdrawal of Isentress 400mg Tablet in between the therapy may once again increase the number of viral cells within the body.

Ques 8: How to take Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Take Isentress 400mg Tablet as advised by your physician. Swallow Isentress 400mg Tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Isentress 400mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. In case of children having difficulty in swallowing, consult your doctor for a suitable method of administration. Your doctor might suggest dissolving the medicine with few teaspoons of drinking water before administration.

Ques 9: Can Isentress 400mg Tablet be taken by pregnant and breast-feeding women?

Ans :Inform your doctor before taking Isentress 400mg Tablet if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. Isentress 400mg Tablet should be used in pregnant women only if prescribed by the physician. Breastfeeding should be discontinued in mothers infected with HIV. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Isentress 400mg Tablet if you wish to breastfeed.

Ques 10: How to take Isentress 400mg Tablet?

Ans :Take Isentress 400mg Tablet Tablet as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Isentress 400mg Tablet Tablet can be taken with or without meals. Continue to take Isentress 400mg Tablet Tablet regularly as advised by your physician for maximum benefits..

Isentress 400MG contains Raltegravir which belongs to the group of medicines called Antiviral agents. It is used to treat HIV infection. HIV infection is a viral infection that damages our immune system and weakens our body’s ability to fight against various infections.

Isentress 400mg Tablet is not a cure for HIV or AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body. This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan..

It is prescribed in combination with other HIV medicines. Your doctor will recommend the best medicines for you and will decide the doses that you need.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function.

Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

MEDICINAL USE OF Isentress 400mg Tablet

Isentress 400mg Tablet effectively controls HIV infection by blocking the actions of a viral enzyme called HIV integrase which is essential for its survival. When combined with other medicines, it can reduce the number of viral cells present in the blood and improve immune functions by increasing the number of certain types of white blood cells (CD4) in the body which is required for fighting against various infections.

Treats HIV infection

SIDE EFFECTS OF ISENTRESS 400mg TABLET

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

  • Blood in urine
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Fever
  • Hoarseness
  • Irritation
  • Tightness of chest
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Redness of skin
  • Upper right stomach pain
  • Nightmares
  • Abnormal dreams
  • Abdominal pain
DOSAGE OF ISENTRESS 400mg TABLET
  • Isentress may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time.
  • Avoid taking antacids containing aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take this medicine. To keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
  • Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Ques 1: What is Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine used to treat HIV infections. It controls the multiplication of viral cells within the body by blocking the actions of a viral enzyme called HIV integrase which is essential for its survival.

Ques 2: What are the uses of Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet is used to control human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1) infection in adults, and in children weighing at least 4.4 pounds (2 kg) along with other medicines. It should be used only after consulting your doctor.

Ques 3: What are the side effects of Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :The most common side effects of taking Isentress 400mg Tablet are difficulty in sleeping, increased hunger, increased signs of infections, nausea, stomach pain, headache, and dizziness. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens. Also inform your doctor immediately if you experience severe fever with extreme tiredness, sudden changes in body weight, severe stomach pain along with dark urine or suicidal thoughts after taking Isentress 400mg Tablet .

Ques 4: Does Isentress 400mg Tablet cause depression?

Ans :Yes. Isentress 400mg Tablet may cause depression in some individuals. Therefore, consult your doctor immediately if you experience extreme sadness with thoughts of harming or killing yourself (suicidal ideation) after taking Isentress 400mg Tablet .

Ques 5: When should I take Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Try to take Isentress 400mg Tablet at the same time(s) each day as advised by your physician. Your doctor will decide the frequency of administration depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection. If you have any doubts, please consult your doctor for advice.

Ques 6: How long should I take Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :If you are taking Isentress 400mg Tablet after exposure to human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1) infection, it should be taken for 28 days. If you are taking it as part of your HIV regimen, you should continue to take Isentress 400mg Tablet until your doctor tells you to stop.

Ques 7: Can I stop taking Isentress 400mg Tablet once my symptoms subside?

Ans :Isentress 400mg Tablet cannot not cure HIV infection completely. It can reduce only the number of viral cells present in the body and maintains them at a lower level. Therefore, do not stop taking Isentress 400mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Continue to take Isentress 400mg Tablet even if you feel better after few days of taking it. This will help Isentress 400mg Tablet to work better. Skipping doses or sudden withdrawal of Isentress 400mg Tablet in between the therapy may once again increase the number of viral cells within the body.

Ques 8: How to take Isentress 400mg Tablet ?

Ans :Take Isentress 400mg Tablet as advised by your physician. Swallow Isentress 400mg Tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Isentress 400mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. In case of children having difficulty in swallowing, consult your doctor for a suitable method of administration. Your doctor might suggest dissolving the medicine with few teaspoons of drinking water before administration.

Ques 9: Can Isentress 400mg Tablet be taken by pregnant and breast-feeding women?

Ans :Inform your doctor before taking Isentress 400mg Tablet if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. Isentress 400mg Tablet should be used in pregnant women only if prescribed by the physician. Breastfeeding should be discontinued in mothers infected with HIV. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Isentress 400mg Tablet if you wish to breastfeed.

Ques 10: How to take Isentress 400mg Tablet?

Ans :Take Isentress 400mg Tablet Tablet as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Isentress 400mg Tablet Tablet can be taken with or without meals. Continue to take Isentress 400mg Tablet Tablet regularly as advised by your physician for maximum benefits..

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