Product Description
Efavirenz is indicated in antiviral combination treatment of human immunodeficiency virus-1 (hiv-1) infected adults, adolescents and children. Efavirenz prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells, thereby stopping the HIV virus from producing new viruses. Efavirenz is in a class of medications called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (nnrtis). Although efavirenz does not cure HIV, it may decrease your chance of developing acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (aids) and HIV-related illnesses such as serious infections or cancer. Efavirenz is also used with other medications to help prevent infection in healthcare workers or other people who were accidentally exposed to HIV. The most common side effect of this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, allergic reaction, increased liver enzymes, agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), sleepiness, abnormal dreams, fatigue, anxiety, fever, itching, difficulty in paying attention, increased triglyceride level in blood, rash.
EFAVIRENZ TABLETS is sold internationally as SUSTIVA, It's also available in India other brand such as EFAVIR from CIPLA, EFAMAT from MYLAN, ESTIVA from HETERO, EFCURE from EMCURE.
FAQs of Efavirenz Tablets:
Q: Who can use Efavirenz Tablets?
A: Efavirenz Tablets are suitable for adults, women, aged persons, and teenagers.
Q: What is the function of Efavirenz Tablets?
A: Efavirenz Tablets function as anti-viral medication.
Q: What type of drug is Efavirenz Tablets classified as?
A: Efavirenz Tablets are classified as generic drugs.
Q: How should Efavirenz Tablets be taken?
A: Efavirenz Tablets should be taken as per the doctors prescription.
Q: What are the storage instructions for Efavirenz Tablets?
A: Efavirenz Tablets should be stored in a cool and dry place at room temperature.