Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
tablet, film-coated
- 400mg (Isentress)
- 600mg (Isentress HD)
HIV-1 Infection
Indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for HIV-1 infection
Also see Administration
Treatment-naïve or virologically suppressed
- Treatment-naïve patients or patients who are virologically suppressed on an initial regimen of 400 mg BID
- Isentress (400-mg tab): 400 mg PO BID
- Isentress HD (600-mg tab): 1200 (two 600-mg tabs) PO qDay
Treatment-experienced
- 400 mg PO BID
Dosage Modifications
Coadministration with rifampin
- Treatment-naïve or treatment-experienced when coadministered with rifampin
- 800 mg (two 400-mg tabs) PO BID
Hepatic impairment
Isentress
- Mild-to-moderate (Child Pugh A and B): No dose adjustment required
- Severe (Child Pugh C): Not studied
Isentress HD
- Safety and efficacy not established; administration is not recommended
Renal impairment
- No dosage adjustment required for any degree of renal impairment
- Dialysis: Unknown if drug is removed by dialysis; avoid dosing before dialysis session
Dosing Considerations
Combination regimen is based on analyses of plasma HIV-1 RNA levels in 3 double-blind controlled studies; 2 of these studies were conducted in clinically advanced, 3-class antiretroviral (NNRTI, NRTI, PI) treatment-experienced adults through 96 wk and 1 study was conducted in treatment-naïve adults through 240 wk
The use of other active agents with raltegravir is associated with a greater likelihood of treatment response
Do not substitute chewable tablets or oral suspension for film-coated tablets; these are not bioequivalent, and therefore, are not interchangeable
Do not switch between film-coated 400 mg and 600 mg tablet if prescribed dose is 1200 mg
Dosage Forms & Strengths
tablet, film-coated
- 400mg (Isentress)
- 600mg (Isentress HD)
tablet, chewable
- 25mg
- 100mg (scored)
powder for oral suspension
- 100mg/packet
HIV-1 Infection
Film-coated tablet, Isentress 400-mg tab
- Indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for HIV-1 infection in adults and children weighing at least 2 kg
- ≥25 kg to <40 kg: 400 mg PO BID
- ≥40 kg and treatment naïve or virologically suppressed on an initial regimen: 400 mg PO BID
Film-coated tablet, Isentress HD 600-mg tab
- Indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for HIV-1 infection in adults and children weighing at least 40 kg
- ≥40 kg and treatment naïve or virologically suppressed on an initial regimen:1200 mg PO qDay
Chewable tablet, Isentress 25 mg- or 100-mg tab
- <4 weeks: Safety and efficacy not established; not recommended in preterm neonates
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≥4 weeks
- Not to exceed daily dose is 300 mg PO BID; dosing recommendations are based on ~6 mg/kg/dose
- 11 to <14 kg: 75 mg PO BID (3 x 25 mg tablets)
- 14 to <20 kg: 100 mg PO BID (1 x 100 mg tablet)
- 20 to <28 kg: 150 mg PO BID (1.5 x 100 mg tablets)
- 28 to <40 kg: 200 mg PO BID (2 x 100 mg tablet)
- ≥40 kg: 300 mg PO BID (3 x 100 mg tablets)
Oral suspension
- Not to exceed 100 mg PO BID; see age and weight-based dosing listed below
- Preterm neonates: Safety and efficacy not established
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For full-term neonates (birth to 1 week)
- Dosing recommendations are based on ~1.5 mg/kg/dose
- 2 to <3 kg: 4 mg (0.4 mL) PO qDay
- 3 to <4 kg: 5 mg (0.5 mL) PO qDay
- 4 to <5 kg: 7 mg (0.7 mL) PO qDay
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For full-term neonates (1 to 4 weeks)
- Dosing recommendations are based on ~3 mg/kg/dose
- 2 to <3 kg: 8 mg (0.8 mL) PO qDay
- 3 to <4 kg: 10 mg (1 mL) PO qDay
- 4 to <5 kg: 15 mg (1.5 mL) PO qDay
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Age at least 4 weeks and weight 3-20 kg
- 3 to <4 kg: 25 mg (2.5 mL) PO BID
- 4 to <6 kg: 30 mg (3 mL) PO BID
- 6 to <8 kg: 40 mg (4 mL) PO BID
- 8 to <11 kg: 60 mg (6 mL) PO BID
- 11 to <14 kg: 80 mg (8 mL) PO BID
- 14 kg to <20 kg: 100 mg (10 mL) PO BID
Dosage Modifications
Hepatic impairment
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Isentress
- Mild-to-moderate (Child Pugh A and B): No dose adjustment required
- Severe (Child Pugh C): Not studied
-
Isentress HD
- Safety and efficacy not established; administration is not recommended
Renal impairment
- No dosage adjustment required for any degree of renal impairment
- Dialysis: Unknown if drug is removed by dialysis; avoid dosing before dialysis session
Dosing Considerations
Combination regimen is based on safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetic parameters, and efficacy data through at least 24-wk in a multicenter, open-label, noncomparative study in HIV-1 infected children and adolescents aged 4 wk to 18 yr
Do not substitute chewable tablets or oral suspension for film-coated tablets; these are not bioequivalent, and therefore, are not interchangeable
Do not switch between film-coated 400 mg and 600 mg tablet if prescribed dose is 1200 mg
Interactions
Interaction Checker
No Results
Contraindicated
Serious - Use Alternative
Significant - Monitor Closely
Minor
Contraindicated (5)
- aluminum hydroxide
aluminum hydroxide decreases levels of raltegravir by cation binding in GI tract. Contraindicated. Not recommended with or without dose separation.
- aluminum hydroxide/magnesium carbonate
aluminum hydroxide/magnesium carbonate will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by enhancing GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Contraindicated. Not recommended with or without dose separation
- aluminum hydroxide/magnesium trisilicate
aluminum hydroxide/magnesium trisilicate will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by enhancing GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Contraindicated. Not recommended with or without dose separation
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
raltegravir, elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF. Other (see comment). Contraindicated. Comment: Elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir is a complete regimen for HIV and should not be administered with other antiretrovirals.
- magnesium supplement
magnesium supplement will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by Other (see comment). Contraindicated. Drug may form a chelate with polyvalent cations; may decrease absorption by the intestinal tract; applies to oral forms
Serious - Use Alternative (6)
- betibeglogene autotemcel
raltegravir, betibeglogene autotemcel. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Do not take antiretroviral medications for at least 1 month before mobilization or expected duration for elimination of the medications, and until all cycles of apheresis are completed. Antiretroviral medications may interfere with manufacturing of apheresed cells.
- cabotegravir
raltegravir, cabotegravir. Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Cabotegravir plus rilpivirine is a complete regimen. Coadministration with other antiretroviral medications for treating HIV-1 infection is not recommended.
- elivaldogene autotemcel
elivaldogene autotemcel, raltegravir. Either decreases effects of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Patients should not take antiretroviral medications for at least 1 month before initiating medications for stem cell mobilization, for the duration of the medications? elimination, and until all cycles of apheresis are completed.
- magnesium hydroxide
magnesium hydroxide will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by cation binding in GI tract. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Magnesium containing antacids reduce raltegravir plasma levels when taken within 6 hr of raltegravir dose
- sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride
sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride decreases levels of raltegravir by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate
sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate decreases levels of raltegravir by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
Monitor Closely (11)
- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by increasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor. Apalutamide induces UGT and may decrease systemic exposure of drugs that are UGT substrates.
- fosamprenavir
fosamprenavir will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- nirmatrelvir
nirmatrelvir will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Raltegravir is an UGT1A1 substrate. Ritonavir induces UGT 1A1.
- nirmatrelvir/ritonavir
nirmatrelvir/ritonavir will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Raltegravir is an UGT1A1 substrate. Ritonavir induces UGT 1A1.
- orlistat
orlistat will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor. Loss of virological control reported in HIV-infected patients taking orlistat concomitantly. Exact mechanism is unclear, but may include a drug-drug interaction that inhibits systemic absorption of the antiretroviral drug. Monitor HIV RNA levels frequently and if increased HIV viral load confirmed, discontinue orlistat.
- rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Rifabutin induces UGT1A1
- rifampin
rifampin decreases levels of raltegravir by increasing hepatic clearance. Use Caution/Monitor.
- selenium
selenium will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by cation binding in GI tract. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Administer raltegravir at least 2 h before or 6 h after polyvalent cations. Note: Dose separation may not adequately avoid this interaction.
- sodium zirconium cyclosilicate
sodium zirconium cyclosilicate will increase the level or effect of raltegravir by increasing gastric pH. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Check specific recommendations for drugs that exhibit pH-dependent solubility that may affect their systemic exposure and efficacy. In general, administer drugs at least 2 hr before or after sodium zirconium cyclosilicate.
- ublituximab
ublituximab decreases effects of raltegravir by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- zinc
zinc will decrease the level or effect of raltegravir by cation binding in GI tract. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Administer raltegravir 2 hr before or 6 hr after administration of polyvalent cation containing products.
Minor (0)
Adverse Effects
>10% (STARMARK trial)
Serum alanine aminotransferase, Grade 2-4 (2-11%)
Serum aspartate aminotransferase, Grade 2-4 (1-8%)
1-10% (STARTMRK trial)
Fasting serum glucose test, Grade 2-4 (7%)
Total serum bilirubin, Grade 2-4 (≤5%)
Headache (4%)
Insomnia (4%)
Nausea (3%)
ANC, Grade 2-4 (1-3%)
Serum alkaline phosphate, Grade 2-4 (≤3%)
Dizziness (2%) Fatigue (2%)
Creatinine (≤1%)
Hemoglobin, Grade 2-4 (≤1%)
Platelet count, Grade 2-3 (≤1%)
1-10% (ONCEMRK trial)
Lipase, Grade 2-4 (≤2-7%)
Creatine kinase, Grade 2-4 (≤2-4%)
Serum aspartate aminotransferase, Grade 2-4 (≤5%)
Serum alanine aminotransferase, Grade 2-4 (≤4%)
Serum alkaline phosphate, Grade 2-4 (≤1%)
ANC, Grade 2-4 (≤2%)
Platelet count, Grade 2-3 (≤1%)
Total serum bilirubin, Grade 2-4 (≤3%)
Headache (1%)
Nausea (1%)
Postmarketing Reports
Blood and lymphatic system disorders: Thrombocytopenia
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Diarrhea
Hepatobiliary disorders: Hepatic failure (with and without associated hypersensitivity) in patients with underlying liver disease and/or concomitant medications
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders: Rhabdomyolysis
Nervous system disorders: Cerebellar ataxia
Warnings
Contraindications
None
Cautions
Risk of immune reconstitution syndrome if used with HAART; during initial phase of combination antiretroviral treatment, patients whose immune systems respond may develop an inflammatory response to indolent or residual opportunistic infections (such as Mycobacterium avium infection, cytomegalovirus, Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia, tuberculosis), which may necessitate further evaluation and treatment
Autoimmune disorders (eg, Graves disease, polymyositis, Guillain-Barré syndrome) reported in the setting of immune reconstitution, however, the time to onset is more variable, and can occur many months after initiation of treatment
Concomitant medications known to increase risk of myopathy or rhabdomyolysis
Coadministration with drugs that are strong inducers of UGT1A1 may result in reduced plasma concentrations of raltegravir
Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) reported
Severe, potentially life-threatening and fatal skin reactions reported; skin reactions include cases of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, hypersensitivity reaction and toxic epidermal necrolysis; immediately discontinue treatment if severe hypersensitivity, severe rash, or rash with systemic symptoms or liver aminotransferase elevations develops and monitor clinical status, including liver aminotransferases closely
Chewable tablets contain phenylalanine, a component of aspartame; phenylalanine can be harmful to patients with phenylketonuria
Drug interactions overview
- Coadministration of raltegravir with drugs that inhibit UGT1A1 (eg, rifampin) may reduce plasma levels of raltegravir (see Dosage Modifications)
- Coadministration with other strong inducers (eg, carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin) of drug-metabolizing enzymes on raltegravir is unknown and therefore not recommended
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
There is a pregnancy exposure registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women; healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients by calling the Antiretroviral Pregnancy Registry (APR) at 1- 800-258-4263
Available data from APR show no difference in rate of overall birth defects for raltegravir compared to background rate for major birth defects of 2.7% in U.S. reference population of the Metropolitan Atlanta Congenital Defects Program (MACDP); the rate of miscarriage is not reported in the APR; the MACDP population is not disease-specific, evaluates women and infants from a limited geographic area, and does not include outcomes for births that occurred at <20 weeks gestation
In animal reproduction studies in rats and rabbits, no evidence of adverse developmental outcomes observed with oral administration during organogenesis at doses that produced exposures up to approximately 4 times maximal recommended human dose (MRHD) of 1200 mg
Lactation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that HIV-1 infected mothers in United States not breastfeed infants to avoid risking postnatal transmission of HIV-1 infection
No data are available on presence of raltegravir in human milk, effects on breastfed infant, or on milk production; when administered to lactating rats, raltegravir was present in milk
Owing to the potential for HIV transmission (in HIV-negative infants), developing viral resistance (in HIV- positive infants), and adverse reactions in a breastfed infant, instruct mothers not to breastfeed if they are receiving therapy
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Inhibits catalytic activity of HIV-1 integrase, an HIV encoded enzyme required for viral replication
Absorption
Fasted state
- Peak plasma concentration: 4.5 mcg/mL (400 mg PO BID and 1200 mg PO qDay)
- Peak plasma time: ~3 hr (400 mg PO BID)
- Peak plasma time: ~1.5 – 2 hr (1200 mg PO qDay)
- Steady state: 2 days
Effect of food
Low fat
- AUC ratio: 0.54 (400 mg PO BID); 0.58 (1200 mg PO BID)
- Peak plasma concentration ratio: 0.48 (400 mg PO BID); 0.48 (1200 mg PO qDay)
Moderate fat
- AUC ratio: 1.13 (400 mg PO BID)
- Peak plasma concentration ratio: 1.05 (400 mg PO BID)
High fat
- AUC ratio: 2.11 (400 mg PO BID); 1.02 (1200 mg PO BID); 0.94 (chewable tablet)
- Peak plasma concentration ratio: 1.96 (400 mg PO BID); 0.72 (1200 mg PO qDay); 0.38 (chewable tablet)
Distribution
Protein Bound: ~83%
Metabolism
Primarily metabolized by UGT1A1-mediated glucuronidation
Elimination
Half-Life: ~9 hr
Excretion: 51% (feces); 32% (urine)
Administration
Oral Suspension Preparation
Combine and mix 10 mL of water and 1 packet (100 mg) of the oral suspension
Gently swirl mixing cup for 45 seconds in a circular motion to mix powder into a uniform suspension; final concentration (10 mg/mL); do not shake
Once mixed, measure prescribed dose volume with a syringe and administer the dose orally
Administer dose within 30 minutes of mixing
Discard any remaining suspension into the trash
Oral Administration
May administer with or without food
Do not substitute chewable tablets or oral suspension for film-coated tablets; these are not bioequivalent, and therefore, are not interchangeable
Film-coated tablet: Must be swallowed whole
Chewable tablet
- May be chewed or swallowed whole
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Preparation of crushed 25-mg chewable tablets for patients who difficulty chewing tablets
- Place tablet(s) in a small, clean cup
- For each tablet, add a teaspoonful (~5 mL) of liquid (eg, water, juice, breast milk)
- Within 2 minutes, tablet(s) will absorb the liquid and fall apart
- Using a spoon, crush any remaining pieces of the tablet(s)
- Immediately administer the entire dose orally
- If any portion of the dose is left in the cup, add another teaspoonful (~5 mL) of liquid, swirl and administer immediately
Storage
Oral suspension
- Store at room temperature between 68-77ºF (20-25ºC)
- Store in the original container
- Do not open foil packet until ready for use
Chewable tablets
- Store at room temperature between 68-77°F (20-25°C)
- Store in the original package with the bottle tightly closed
- Keep the drying agent (desiccant) in bottle to protect from moisture
Film-coated tablets
- Store at room temperature between 68-77°F (20-25°C)
- Store in the original package with the bottle tightly closed
- Keep the drying agent (desiccant) in bottle to protect from moisture
Images
| BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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| Isentress HD oral - | 600 mg tablet |  | |
| Isentress oral - | 400 mg tablet |  | |
| Isentress oral - | 100 mg chewable tablet |  | |
| Isentress oral - | 100 mg powder |  | |
| Isentress oral - | 100 mg powder |  |
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Patient Handout
raltegravir oral
RALTEGRAVIR CHEWABLE - ORAL
(ral-TEG-ra-vir)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Isentress
USES: Raltegravir is used with other HIV medications to help control HIV infection. It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your quality of life. Raltegravir is known as an integrase inhibitor. It blocks the virus from growing and infecting more cells.Raltegravir is not a cure for HIV infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others, continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams) during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking raltegravir and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 2 times daily. This medication may be chewed or swallowed whole. If a child has difficulty chewing the tablet, some forms of this medication may be crushed and mixed with liquid. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, age, weight, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Avoid using antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium while taking this medication. These antacids can make raltegravir work less well.It is very important to continue taking this medication (and other HIV medications) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses.Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase.Do not take less of this drug than prescribed or stop taking it (or other HIV medicines) even for a short time unless directed to do so by your doctor. Doing so may cause the amount of virus to increase and/or make the infection more difficult to treat (resistant).For the best effect, take this medication at evenly spaced times. To help you remember, take this medication at the same times every day.Do not switch between the film-coated tablet, the chewable tablet, or the powder packet for oral suspension forms of raltegravir without asking your doctor or pharmacist first.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, nausea, and trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.As your immune system gets stronger, it can begin to fight off infections you already had, possibly causing disease symptoms to come back. You could also have symptoms if your immune system becomes overactive. This reaction may happen at any time (soon after starting HIV treatment or many months later). Get medical help right away if you have any serious symptoms, including: unexplained weight loss, severe tiredness, muscle aches/weakness that doesn't go away, headaches that are severe or don't go away, joint pain, numbness/tingling of the hands/feet/arms/legs, vision changes, signs of infection (such as fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes, trouble breathing, cough, non-healing skin sores), signs of an overactive thyroid (such as irritability, nervousness, heat intolerance, fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat, bulging eyes, unusual growth in the neck/thyroid known as a goiter), signs of a certain nerve problem known as Guillain-Barre syndrome (such as unsteadiness, loss of coordination, trouble swallowing/speaking/chewing, trouble moving your eyes).Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine), loss of appetite, severe stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin.Changes in body fat may occur while you are taking this medication (such as increased fat in the upper back and stomach areas, decreased fat in the arms and legs). The cause and long-term effects of these changes are unknown. Discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with your doctor, as well as the possible use of exercise to reduce this side effect.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash (especially if you also have fever, blisters, mouth sores, eye redness/swelling, muscle/joint pain), itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking raltegravir, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease (such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C), muscle disorders (such as rhabdomyolysis, myopathy), high blood levels of creatine kinase (high CK test results).Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).This medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid aspartame (or phenylalanine) in your diet, ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Treatment can lower the risk of passing HIV infection to your baby, and raltegravir may be part of that treatment. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.This medication passes into breast milk. Because breast milk may transmit HIV, consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: See also How to Use section.Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.A product that may interact with this drug is: orlistat.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.Lab and/or medical tests (such as viral load, T-cell counts) should be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store in the original bottle at room temperature away from light and moisture. Keep the bottle tightly closed. Each bottle should contain a drying agent (desiccant) that helps keep moisture in the air from damaging the drug. Do not remove the desiccant from the bottle. Do not swallow the desiccant. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised October 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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